{"product_id":"1998-pokemon-vending-series-2-japanese-aerodactyl-142-psa-6","title":"1998 Pokemon Vending Series 2 Japanese Aerodactyl #142 PSA 6","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1998 Pokemon Vending Series 2 Japanese Aerodactyl #142 graded PSA 6 comes from one of the earliest and most collectible Pokemon releases. The Vending Series 2 was available only in Japan through vending machines in 1998, making these cards scarce in the West. At PSA 6 (EX-MT), the card shows minimal wear while remaining affordable compared to higher grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSA 6 (EX-MT) — solid condition with minor wear, bright colors and clean edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVending Exclusivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e from the 1998 Japanese Vending Series 2, originally dispensed only in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAerodactyl #142:\u003c\/strong\u003e classic Mitsuhiro Arita artwork capturing the prehistoric Pokemon in flight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage 1998 Release:\u003c\/strong\u003e first-generation Pokemon from the original era of the TCG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticated Slab:\u003c\/strong\u003e professionally graded and encapsulated by PSA for long-term preservation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCard details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1998\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ set:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pokemon Vending Series II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer \/ character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aerodactyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard number:\u003c\/strong\u003e #142\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 6 (EX-MT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does PSA 6 mean for this card's condition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePSA 6 (Excellent-Mint) means the card has only minor wear, with well-preserved corners and edges and vibrant artwork. It's a solid collectible grade at a more accessible price than Mint or Gem Mint cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Vending Series and why is it special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 1998 Pokemon Vending Series was sold exclusively through vending machines in Japan, never released in booster packs. These cards are scarce outside Japan and highly sought after by vintage Pokemon collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this card in English or Japanese?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis card is Japanese. The Vending Series was only released in Japan.\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 .\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":"mysite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67873733542163,"sku":"161932085","price":144.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/2449\/5123\/files\/1788985263593744506_1_20260909202114_1.jpg?v=1793256249","url":"https:\/\/islestyle.store\/products\/1998-pokemon-vending-series-2-japanese-aerodactyl-142-psa-6","provider":"ISLESTYLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}