1998 Pokemon Televi Kun Magazine Playing Cards 8 of Diamonds Gastly/Gengar/Haunter PSA 10
The 1998 Pokemon Televi-Kun Magazine Playing Cards 8 of Diamonds featuring Gastly, Haunter, and Gengar in PSA 10 Gem Mint condition is a rare collectible from an exclusive Japanese promotional set. This card merges traditional playing card design with Pokemon artwork, making it a standout piece for collectors seeking unusual Pokemon memorabilia from the franchise's early years. The PSA 10 grade confirms flawless preservation with sharp corners, perfect centering, and no visible imperfections.
Highlights
- Grade: PSA 10 Gem Mint - the highest attainable grade with flawless corners, centering, and no visible imperfections
- Rare Set: From the 1998 Televi-Kun Magazine promotional set, a unique Japanese release combining playing card format with Pokemon characters
- Triple Character: Features Gastly, Haunter, and Gengar - the complete Ghost-type evolution line from Generation 1
- Playing Card Design: Functions as the 8 of Diamonds while showcasing Pokemon artwork, blending traditional card games with collectible appeal
- Japanese Exclusive: Language-specific promotional item from Pokemon's early era, harder to find than standard TCG releases
Card details
- Year: 1998
- Brand / set: Pokemon Televi-Kun Magazine Playing Cards
- Card number: 8 of Diamonds
- Player / character: Gastly / Haunter / Gengar
- Grading company: PSA
- Grade: 10
Questions
Is this card graded?
Yes, this card is graded PSA 10 Gem Mint, the highest grade possible.
What makes the Televi-Kun set different from regular Pokemon cards?
The Televi-Kun set was a Japanese magazine promotional release that combined traditional playing card functionality (this one being 8 of Diamonds) with Pokemon character artwork, making it a crossover collectible rather than a standard TCG card.
Is this card in Japanese?
Yes, this is a Japanese-exclusive promotional item from 1998.
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