Pokémon Cynthia's Garchomp ex #232 Special Illustration Rare PSA 9

This 2025 Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Destined Rivals Cynthia's Garchomp ex #232 Special Illustration Rare graded PSA 9 features the full-art illustration treatment that collectors value. Special Illustration Rares showcase extended artwork with prominent Trainer and Pokémon interaction, and this PSA 9 holder confirms near-mint quality with only minor flaws keeping it from gem mint.

Highlights

• Grade: PSA 9 (Mint) confirms strong centering, sharp corners, and clean surfaces
• Special Illustration Rare: Full-art subset with Cynthia and Garchomp ex in dynamic scene
• Exact Card: You receive the specific graded card shown in the images
• Scarlet & Violet Destined Rivals: From the 2025 expansion focused on iconic Trainers and their signature Pokémon
• Card #232: High card number typical of special illustration cards in modern sets

Card details

• Year: 2025
• Brand / set: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Destined Rivals
• Player / character: Cynthia's Garchomp ex
• Card number: #232
• Parallel / variation: Special Illustration Rare
• Grading company: PSA
• Grade: 9

Questions

Will I receive the exact card pictured?
Yes, you receive the specific PSA-graded card shown in the images with its unique certification number.

What does PSA 9 mean for card condition?
PSA 9 (Mint) means the card has only minor imperfections visible upon close inspection, with strong eye appeal and nearly perfect centering.

What makes a Special Illustration Rare different from a regular rare?
Special Illustration Rares feature full-card artwork showing Trainers and Pokémon together in detailed scenes, making them among the most visually striking and collectible cards in modern sets.

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