2024 Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Stellar Crown Illustration Rare Squirtle #148 PSA 8

This 2024 Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Stellar Crown Illustration Rare Squirtle #148 graded PSA 8 captures one of the franchise's most iconic Water-type starters with striking artwork that stands out from standard holofoil cards. As card number 148 in a base set of 142, this is a special illustration pull that extends beyond the main set. The PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint grade confirms minimal wear and sharp presentation, making it a solid addition for Squirtle collectors and Scarlet & Violet set builders.

Highlights

• Grade: PSA 8 (NM-MT) with minimal surface wear and sharp corners
• Illustration Rare: Special artwork rarity tier with distinctive, enlarged character art
• Secret Rare Numbering: Card #148 out of the base 142-card set
• Classic Character: Features Squirtle, one of the original Kanto starter Pokémon
• 2024 Release: From the Scarlet & Violet Stellar Crown expansion

Card details

• Year: 2024
• Brand / set: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Stellar Crown
• Player / character: Squirtle
• Card number: 148/142
• Parallel / variation: Illustration Rare
• Grading company: PSA
• Grade: 8 (NM-MT)

Questions

What does PSA 8 mean for this card's condition?
PSA 8 (Near Mint-Mint) means the card has minimal surface wear visible only on close inspection, relatively sharp corners with possible slight wear, and vibrant color and focus.

What makes an Illustration Rare different from a regular holofoil?
Illustration Rare cards feature special, enlarged artwork that showcases the Pokémon character with more detailed and distinctive illustration styles compared to standard holofoil cards.

Why is the card numbered 148 when the set has 142 cards?
Cards numbered beyond the base set count are secret rares or special pulls that extend the set with chase cards like Illustration Rares, making them more desirable to collectors.

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