{"product_id":"2024-pokemon-scarlet-and-violet-stellar-crown-illustration-rare-squirtle-148-psa-9","title":"2024 Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Stellar Crown Illustration Rare Squirtle #148 PSA 8","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 2024 Pokémon Scarlet \u0026amp; 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 \u0026amp; Violet set builders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSA 8 (NM-MT) with minimal surface wear and sharp corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustration Rare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Special artwork rarity tier with distinctive, enlarged character art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecret Rare Numbering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Card #148 out of the base 142-card set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features Squirtle, one of the original Kanto starter Pokémon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Release:\u003c\/strong\u003e From the Scarlet \u0026amp; Violet Stellar Crown expansion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCard details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ set:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pokémon Scarlet \u0026amp; Violet Stellar Crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer \/ character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Squirtle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 148\/142\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParallel \/ variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Illustration Rare\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\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-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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes an Illustration Rare different from a regular holofoil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIllustration Rare cards feature special, enlarged artwork that showcases the Pokémon character with more detailed and distinctive illustration styles compared to standard holofoil cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the card numbered 148 when the set has 142 cards?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCards 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.\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":67873731117331,"sku":"157539180","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/2449\/5123\/files\/1789160098522013643_1_20260911205507_1.jpg?v=1793256215","url":"https:\/\/islestyle.store\/products\/2024-pokemon-scarlet-and-violet-stellar-crown-illustration-rare-squirtle-148-psa-9","provider":"ISLESTYLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}