2025 Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Destined Rivals Special Illustration Rare Team Rocket's Mewtwo Ex #231 PSA 10

This 2025 Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Destined Rivals Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex #231 Special Illustration Rare received a PSA 10 Gem Mint grade, the highest standard for condition. The card is numbered 231/182, marking it as a secret rare from the set, and showcases the powerful villain's Pokemon in a full-art Special Illustration format with holofoil finish.

Highlights

• Grade: PSA 10 Gem Mint - sharp corners, pristine edges, flawless surface and vibrant holofoil finish
• Special Illustration Rare: full-art treatment of Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex with enhanced artwork beyond standard versions
• Secret Rare: card #231 in a 182-card base set, part of the premium chase cards in Destined Rivals
• Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex: features the iconic villainous version of the legendary Psychic-type Pokemon
• 2025 Scarlet and Violet Series: from the latest expansion in the current Pokemon TCG generation

Card details

• Year: 2025
• Brand / set: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Destined Rivals
• Player / character: Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex
• Card number: 231/182
• Parallel / variation: Special Illustration Rare
• Grading company: PSA
• Grade: 10 (Gem Mint)

Questions

What does PSA 10 mean for this card?
PSA 10 is Gem Mint, the highest grade PSA awards. The card shows no visible flaws - corners are sharp, edges are clean, centering is excellent, and the surface and holofoil are pristine.

What makes this a Special Illustration Rare?
Special Illustration Rares feature full-card artwork with no text box interrupting the illustration, showcasing extended scenes with the Pokemon. These are among the most desirable chase cards in modern Pokemon sets.

Is 231/182 an error in the numbering?
No, cards numbered above the base set count (231 in a 182-card set) are intentional secret rares - premium cards with special treatments that extend beyond the standard set list.

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