2023 Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Paradox Rift Special Illustration Rare Altaria Ex #253 PSA 10

This 2023 Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Paradox Rift Special Illustration Rare Altaria ex #253 earned a PSA 10 Gem Mint grade, the highest mark for centering, corners, edges and surface quality. Special Illustration Rares feature full-art scenes by guest artists and fall among the chase cards in modern Pokemon sets. Collectors pursue PSA 10 copies of these ultra-rare variants for long-term value and display.

Highlights

• Grade: PSA 10 Gem Mint - flawless centering, corners, edges and surface
• Special Illustration Rare: full-art treatment with unique artwork, one of the rarest tiers in Scarlet & Violet
• Card Number: #253/182 - secret rare numbering beyond the set's base count
• Holofoil Finish: holographic surface enhances the special illustration
• Modern Chase Card: released in 2023, among the most sought-after pulls from Paradox Rift

Card details

• Year: 2023
• Brand / set: Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Paradox Rift
• Player / character: Altaria ex
• Card number: 253/182
• Parallel / variation: Special Illustration Rare
• Grading company: PSA
• Grade: 10

Questions

What does PSA 10 mean?
PSA 10 is Gem Mint, the highest grade PSA awards. The card shows no visible flaws under magnification - perfect centering, sharp corners, clean edges and a flawless surface.

What makes a Special Illustration Rare different from a regular rare?
Special Illustration Rares replace the standard card layout with a full-art illustration that covers the entire card face, often by a guest artist. They are significantly rarer than standard rares and carry higher pull odds in booster packs.

Will I receive the exact card pictured?
The product data does not specify that you will receive the exact card shown. You will receive a PSA 10 copy of this card with the same grade and attributes.

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