{"product_id":"2023-pokemon-scarlet-and-violet-obsidian-flames-special-illustration-rare-pidgeot-ex-225-psa-10","title":"2023 Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Obsidian Flames Special Illustration Rare Pidgeot Ex #225 PSA 10","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 2023 Pokémon Scarlet \u0026amp; Violet Obsidian Flames Pidgeot ex #225 Special Illustration Rare has been graded PSA 10 Gem Mint. The card showcases Pidgeot ex in striking alternate artwork from the Obsidian Flames set, a modern release featuring some of the most visually dynamic Special Illustration Rare cards in the Scarlet \u0026amp; Violet era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSA 10 Gem Mint, the highest grade awarded by PSA for cards with flawless centering, corners, edges and surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Illustration Rare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features unique alternate artwork showing Pidgeot ex in a dynamic full-art illustration style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecret Rare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Card #225 from a 197-card base set, placing it in the Special Illustration Rare subset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern Collectible:\u003c\/strong\u003e From the 2023 Scarlet \u0026amp; Violet Obsidian Flames expansion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHolofoil Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enhanced with a premium holographic treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCard details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ set:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pokémon Scarlet \u0026amp; Violet Obsidian Flames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer \/ character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pidgeot ex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard number:\u003c\/strong\u003e #225\/197\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParallel \/ variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Special Illustration Rare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrading company:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 (Gem Mint)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does PSA 10 mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePSA 10 Gem Mint is the highest grade PSA awards. The card has virtually perfect centering, sharp corners, clean edges and a flawless surface with no visible wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes this a Special Illustration Rare?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Illustration Rares feature unique alternate artwork that differs from the standard card design, showcasing the Pokémon in dynamic full-art scenes. These are among the chase cards in modern Pokémon sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this card in the protective case permanently?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. PSA encases graded cards in a tamper-evident slab to preserve the grade and protect the card. Opening the case would void the grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy shop with Monmouth Cards\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-mc-trust\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated 4.82 out of 5\u003c\/strong\u003e by 6,466 verified customers on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/judge.me\/reviews\/stores\/monmouth-sports-cards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eJudge.me\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorized retailer and distributor\u003c\/strong\u003e of Topps, Panini, Upper Deck, Leaf, Pokémon, Bandai, Wizards of the Coast, Ravensburger, Konami, Funko, Mitchell \u0026amp; Ness and Franklin Sports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorized PSA submission center\u003c\/strong\u003e - drop off your cards for grading at any of our stores.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 retail stores\u003c\/strong\u003e across New Jersey, Connecticut and Massachusetts, with free local pickup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% authentic, guaranteed\u003c\/strong\u003e - sourced directly from the manufacturers, authorized distributors and trusted collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pokemon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67761229562009,"sku":"116414214","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/7318\/5689\/files\/1780424393047357657_1_20260602182009_1.jpg?v=1792603425","url":"https:\/\/monmouthcards.com\/products\/2023-pokemon-scarlet-and-violet-obsidian-flames-special-illustration-rare-pidgeot-ex-225-psa-10","provider":"Monmouth Sports Cards","version":"1.0","type":"link"}