{"product_id":"2025-pokemon-scarlet-and-violet-journey-together-special-illustration-rare-hops-zacian-ex-186-psa-7","title":"2025 Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Journey Together Special Illustration Rare Hop's Zacian Ex #186 PSA 7","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 2025 Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Journey Together Special Illustration Rare Hop's Zacian ex #186 has been graded PSA 7 Near Mint. Special Illustration Rares feature full-art scenes with dynamic character artwork, making them among the most visually striking pulls in modern Pokémon sets. Hop's Zacian ex showcases Hop with the Legendary Pokémon Zacian in an illustrated scene that goes beyond standard card borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSA 7 Near Mint - professionally authenticated and preserved in a protective slab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Illustration Rare:\u003c\/strong\u003e premium rarity tier with full-scene artwork featuring Hop and Zacian ex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJourney Together Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e from the 2025 Scarlet and Violet expansion celebrating trainer-Pokémon bonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard #186\/159:\u003c\/strong\u003e secret rare number indicating this card exceeds the base set numbering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHolofoil Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e enhanced visual effect highlighting the detailed illustration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCard details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ set:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Journey Together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer \/ character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hop's Zacian ex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard number:\u003c\/strong\u003e #186\/159\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 7 Near Mint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this card professionally graded?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it has been graded PSA 7 Near Mint and encapsulated in a protective case.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Special Illustration Rare mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Illustration Rares are premium cards with full-art illustrated scenes that extend across the entire card, typically featuring trainers alongside their Pokémon. They are among the most sought-after cards in modern Pokémon sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the #186\/159 numbering indicate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe card number exceeding the base set count (186 out of 159) marks this as a secret rare, reserved for special chase cards with premium artwork and rarity.\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":67760516563097,"sku":"128895603","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/7318\/5689\/files\/1787601819057419201_1_20260824200349_1.jpg?v=1792597444","url":"https:\/\/monmouthcards.com\/products\/2025-pokemon-scarlet-and-violet-journey-together-special-illustration-rare-hops-zacian-ex-186-psa-7","provider":"Monmouth Sports Cards","version":"1.0","type":"link"}