ROCKET'S HITMONCHAN | 2000 POKEMON GYM HEROES 11 | HOLO-1ST EDITION | PSA NM-MT 8

PSA Graded Card - Certification #126419301 - Grade: NM-MT 8

This is a 1st Edition Holographic 'Rocket's Hitmonchan' card from the 2000 Pokémon Gym Heroes set, graded PSA 8 (NM-MT). The card features a dynamic illustration of Hitmonchan posed in a fighting stance, set against a shimmering holofoil galaxy-like background. The border is yellow, in classic Wizards of the Coast style, and the card is marked with the prominent '1st Edition' stamp on the left. Despite its age, the card retains strong coloration and centering, with minimal visible edge and corner wear. The Gym Heroes set was the first to introduce Gym Leader Pokémon, with Rocket's theme denoting allegiance to Team Rocket. Unique identifiers include the 1st Edition stamp, the holofoil rare star symbol (bottom right), and the distinct flavor text specific to Team Rocket Gym cards. The holo pattern used is characteristic Wizards-era, with a sparkled dot pattern across the image box. This card stands out from Base Set and other Gym sets due to its Rocket branding, artwork, and its early release status.

Card Details:

Subject: ROCKET'S HITMONCHAN

Card Name: 2000 POKEMON GYM HEROES

Card Number: 11

Variety: HOLO-1ST EDITION