2025 Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Journey Together Special Illustration Rare Salamence Ex #187 PSA 8

This 2025 Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Journey Together Special Illustration Rare Salamence ex #187 graded PSA 8 captures the dragon-type powerhouse in a striking illustration style that stands out from standard holo cards. Special Illustration Rares showcase dynamic artwork and are pull rarities in the Journey Together set, making them more scarce than regular holos. The PSA 8 grade confirms near-mint condition with strong centering and surface quality.

Highlights

• Grade: PSA 8 (Near Mint-Mint), professionally authenticated and encapsulated
• Special Illustration Rare: Full-art illustrated treatment of Salamence ex with enhanced visual detail
• Card Number: #187/159, a secret rare number from the Journey Together set
• Holofoil Finish: Reflective foil accents complement the illustration artwork
• English Language: Standard English printing for the 2025 release

Card details

• Year: 2025
• Brand / set: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Journey Together
• Player / character: Salamence ex
• Card number: 187/159
• Parallel / variation: Special Illustration Rare
• Grading company: PSA
• Grade: 8

Questions

What does PSA 8 mean for condition?
PSA 8 (Near Mint-Mint) indicates a card with excellent centering and surfaces, possibly showing one or two minor flaws only visible on close inspection. Corners remain sharp and color is strong.

What makes a Special Illustration Rare different from a regular rare?
Special Illustration Rares feature unique, full-art illustrated backgrounds and character poses not found on standard cards, and they have lower pull rates in booster packs compared to regular rares or holos.

Is this card from the main set numbering?
No, card #187 in a set that goes to 159 means this is a secret rare, printed beyond the main set numbering and typically harder to pull.

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