2023 Pokemon Scarlet and Violet 151 Illustration Rare Poliwhirl #176 PSA 10

This 2023 Pokémon Scarlet & Violet 151 Illustration Rare Poliwhirl #176/165 graded PSA 10 Gem Mint is a secret rare (card number 176 exceeds the base set count of 165) showcasing alternate artwork of the classic Water-type Pokémon. The PSA 10 grade confirms the card is in pristine condition with perfect centering, sharp corners, and a flawless surface. Illustration Rares from the 151 set are popular with collectors for their unique, painterly art style that differs from standard holo cards.

Highlights

• Grade: PSA 10 Gem Mint - the highest possible grade with virtually no flaws
• Illustration Rare: Alternate art style featuring Poliwhirl in a unique painted illustration
• Secret Rare: Card number 176/165 marks this as a short-printed secret rare beyond the base set
• Set: 2023 Scarlet & Violet 151 - a nostalgic set celebrating the original 151 Pokémon
• Holofoil Finish: Premium foil treatment enhances the artwork

Card details

• Year: 2023
• Brand / set: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet 151
• Player / character: Poliwhirl
• Card number: 176/165
• Parallel / variation: Illustration Rare
• Grading company: PSA
• Grade: 10

Questions

What does PSA 10 mean?
PSA 10 Gem Mint is the highest grade a card can receive, indicating virtually perfect centering, corners, edges, and surface with no visible flaws.

Why is the card number 176/165?
Card numbers that exceed the set count (176 is higher than 165) designate secret rares, which are short-printed chase cards.

What is an Illustration Rare?
Illustration Rares feature unique, painterly artwork that differs from standard cards, making them popular variants in modern Pokémon sets.

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