{"product_id":"2025-pokemon-mega-evolution-special-illustration-rare-mega-absol-ex-180-psa-9","title":"2025 Pokemon Mega Evolution Special Illustration Rare Mega Absol Ex #180 PSA 9","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 Pokemon Mega Evolution Special Illustration Rare Mega Absol ex card #180\/132, graded PSA 9, showcases the powerful Dark-type evolution with highly detailed artwork from the Special Illustration Rare subset. This card features Mega Absol ex rendered in the premium illustration style that sets these cards apart from standard versions, making it a standout piece for Pokemon collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSA 9 Mint, confirming excellent preservation with only minor flaws allowed under PSA's strict grading standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Illustration Rare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium artwork tier featuring larger, more detailed character illustrations than standard versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e #180\/132, indicating a secret rare slot beyond the base set numbering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHolofoil Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reflective foil treatment enhances the card's visual appeal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMega Evolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features Mega Absol ex, the Mega Evolution form with enhanced artwork and competitive gameplay value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCard details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ set:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pokemon Mega Evolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer \/ character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mega Absol ex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard number:\u003c\/strong\u003e #180\/132\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParallel \/ variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Special 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 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does PSA 9 mean for this card's condition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePSA 9 (Mint) indicates the card is in excellent condition with only one minor flaw allowed, such as a very slight printing imperfection or slightly off-white borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a secret rare card?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The card number #180\/132 shows it falls outside the base set numbering, placing it in the secret rare category of the Mega Evolution set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Special Illustration Rares different from regular cards?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Illustration Rares feature larger, more detailed artwork with the Pokemon character prominently illustrated across more of the card surface, compared to standard card layouts.\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":67873738522899,"sku":"157438936","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/2449\/5123\/files\/1789664658666801346_1_20260917170428_1.jpg?v=1793256447","url":"https:\/\/islestyle.store\/products\/2025-pokemon-mega-evolution-special-illustration-rare-mega-absol-ex-180-psa-9","provider":"ISLESTYLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}