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Castform - Sunny Form Card Details

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Castform - Sunny Form
Pokemon Surging Sparks - Illustration Rare  ·  2024  ·  #195
8.5 Crown Grade
Near Mint+
Cert # 000034409
Subgrades
8 Centering
9 Corners
9 Edges
8 Surface
Centering70/30 or better on the front. 85/15 or better on the back.
CornersCorners are mostly sharp with very slight wear at the tips. Imperfections are barely noticeable without magnification.
EdgesNear-perfect edges with no visible imperfections under normal inspection. Only the slightest signs of wear may be visible under magnification.
SurfaceClean surface with minimal imperfections. Tiny scratches, light handling marks, and minor print lines are visible under magnification.
Card Notes
Surging Sparks marked a significant moment in the Pokémon TCG's modern era, arriving in late 2024 as the hobby continued its robust growth following years of sustained collector interest. The set introduced fresh competitive strategies while maintaining the visual appeal that drives engagement across casual and serious collectors alike. Illustration Rares, a category that showcases artistic interpretations of Pokémon, became increasingly sought-after during this period as collectors valued the creative presentation alongside gameplay utility. Castform's Sunny Form captures the cheerful, weather-dependent nature central to this Pokémon's design. The Illustration Rare treatment elevates the presentation beyond standard card art, offering collectors a distinctive visual interpretation that celebrates both the character and the artist's vision. Castform enthusiasts and illustration-focused collectors are drawn to these special treatments, which represent the intersection of gameplay relevance and artistic merit.
Market Value
$15.00 Grade 8-8.5 value
Source: PriceCharting · Updated Nov 06, 2026
Market Reference
Raw / Ungraded
$7.50
Grade 8-8.5
$15.00
Value by Grade · PriceCharting
Price History — This Grade
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Population Insights
2 Total Pop
2 This Grade
0 Higher Grade
0 Lower Grade
Grade Count
8.5 THIS SLAB 2
★  Subgrade Ranking
Ranks #1 of 2 among Grade 8.5 copies
Subgrade Profile — Centering / Corners / Edges / Surface
8 / 9 / 9 / 8
0 Better
1 Equal
1 Lower
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