{"product_id":"1999-pokemon-meiji-3-japanese-embossed-charizard-psa-8","title":"1999 Pokemon Meiji 3 Japanese Embossed Charizard PSA 8","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1999 Pokemon Meiji 3 Japanese Embossed Charizard graded PSA 8 comes from the Meiji Promo set, a scarce promotional series distributed in Japan during the original Pokemon boom. The card features raised embossed artwork of Charizard (Lizardon in Japanese), a tactile design element not found in standard sets. PSA has certified it Near Mint to Mint (NM-MT) condition, confirming authenticity and excellent preservation for a card over two decades old.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSA 8 (Near Mint to Mint) from one of the industry's most trusted grading companies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmbossed Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raised artwork gives the card a unique texture compared to standard holofoil cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePromotional Rarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distributed as a Meiji chocolate promotional item in Japan, not sold in booster packs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIconic Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charizard remains one of the most sought-after Pokemon across all sets and years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1999 Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Released during Pokemon's original era when the franchise first exploded worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCard details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1999\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ set:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pokemon Meiji Promo 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer \/ character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charizard (Lizardon)\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 8 (NM-MT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Embossed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does PSA 8 mean for this card's condition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePSA 8 (Near Mint to Mint) means the card shows minimal to no wear, with only very minor imperfections that do not detract from its overall appearance. It represents excellent condition for a 1999 promotional card.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Meiji Promo set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Meiji Promo cards were distributed in Japan as promotional inserts with Meiji chocolate products in 1999. They were not sold in stores or booster packs, making them harder to find than standard sets from the same era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes this card embossed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe artwork on this card is raised above the card surface, creating a tactile 3D effect you can feel when touching it. This embossed technique was used only for the Meiji promotional series and sets it apart from typical holofoil finishes.\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":67873740816659,"sku":"73392762","price":399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/2449\/5123\/files\/1789161513658815863_1_20260911211908_1.jpg?v=1793256532","url":"https:\/\/islestyle.store\/products\/1999-pokemon-meiji-3-japanese-embossed-charizard-psa-8","provider":"ISLESTYLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}