POKEMON S8aF JPN
LUGIA
FINAL GRADE
9.5
MINT+
FRONT
BACK
Card Info
Company
POKEMON
Series
S8aF JPN
Name
LUGIA
Set
25TH ANNIVERSARY HOLO
Number
#005/028
Summary
This 2021 Pokemon Celebrations Lugia card has been meticulously inspected and assigned an overall grade of 9.5, signifying its Gem Mint condition. The card presents an almost perfect state, exhibiting superior qualities across all grading subcategories.
Its centering is exceptional, particularly on the front, complemented by razor-sharp corners and pristine edges. The surface is virtually untouched, showcasing the card's vibrant artwork and holographic elements without blemish. Furthermore, the print quality is superb, with crisp details and rich colors.
Any imperfections present are exceedingly minor, barely discernible even under close magnification, and do not detract from the card's overall stunning appearance. This card represents a top-tier example of the Lugia from the highly sought-after 25th Anniversary Celebrations set.
Its centering is exceptional, particularly on the front, complemented by razor-sharp corners and pristine edges. The surface is virtually untouched, showcasing the card's vibrant artwork and holographic elements without blemish. Furthermore, the print quality is superb, with crisp details and rich colors.
Any imperfections present are exceedingly minor, barely discernible even under close magnification, and do not detract from the card's overall stunning appearance. This card represents a top-tier example of the Lugia from the highly sought-after 25th Anniversary Celebrations set.
Subgrades
Centering
9.5
The card exhibits exceptional centering on the front, appearing perfectly balanced at 50/50. The back shows excellent centering with a slight bias towards the top, measured at approximately 60/40, which is well within the acceptable range for a Gem Mint grade.
Corners
9.5
All four corners are razor-sharp and pristine, showing no signs of wear, fraying, or whitening, even under magnification. They meet the highest standards for a Gem Mint card.
Edges
9.5
The edges are impeccably clean and smooth, free from any nicks, chipping, or whitening. They present a flawless appearance consistent with a Gem Mint grade.
Surface
9.5
The card's surface is virtually flawless, displaying no visible scratches, indentations, print lines, or smudges. The holographic foil is vibrant and free of any imperfections, presenting a pristine finish.
Print Quality
9.5
The print quality is outstanding, featuring vibrant colors, crisp artwork, and sharp text. There are no visible print defects, color misregistration, or ink spots, indicating superior manufacturing quality.
