{"product_id":"2026-pokemon-mega-evolution-ascended-heroes-special-illustration-rare-pikachu-ex-276-psa-10","title":"2026 Pokemon Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes Special Illustration Rare Pikachu Ex #276 PSA 9","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 2026 Pokemon Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes Special Illustration Rare Pikachu ex #276\/217 graded PSA 9 pairs the franchise's most iconic character with premium artwork in mint condition. The Special Illustration Rare designation marks this as one of the set's chase cards, featuring exclusive full-art treatment that stands apart from standard versions. PSA's Mint 9 grade confirms excellent centering, sharp corners, and clean surfaces throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSA 9 Mint—near-flawless condition with strong eye appeal and no serious defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Illustration Rare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium rarity tier with exclusive full-art illustration not found in regular versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePikachu ex:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Pokemon franchise's flagship character in ex card format with higher HP and powerful attacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e #276\/217—a secret rare above the set's base numbering, indicating premium status\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHolofoil Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reflective foil treatment enhances the special illustration artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCard details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ set:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pokemon Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer \/ character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pikachu ex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 276\/217\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) means the card has only minor flaws visible upon close inspection, with excellent centering, sharp corners, and clean surfaces. It represents top-tier condition just below gem mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes this a Special Illustration Rare?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Illustration Rare is a premium rarity tier in modern Pokemon sets featuring unique full-art illustrations by select artists. These cards typically appear as secret rares above the set's standard numbering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this card playable in tournaments?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the card itself is legal for tournament play if the set is current, but most collectors keep PSA-graded cards in their slabs for protection and value preservation rather than playing with them.\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":67873710506259,"sku":"154497729","price":1149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/2449\/5123\/files\/1785263346720574654_1_20260728182916_1.jpg?v=1793255500","url":"https:\/\/islestyle.store\/products\/2026-pokemon-mega-evolution-ascended-heroes-special-illustration-rare-pikachu-ex-276-psa-10","provider":"ISLESTYLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}