Pokémon TCG: Ethan's Magcargo #197 PSA 9 - Japanese
About Ethan's Magcargo #197/193 – Japanese Art Rare
Here you get a unique collectible card: Ethan's Magcargo #197/193 from the Japanese release Mega Dream ex (M2a High Class Pack). This card is officially graded to PSA 9, which means it appears in excellent condition with only minimal, nearly invisible imperfections. The card is an Art Rare (AR), making it particularly sought after by collectors who value both rarity and artistic expression.
Details and collector relevance
- Card name and number: Ethan's Magcargo #197/193 (Japanese edition, also known as Hibiki's Magcargo)
- Set: Mega Dream ex (M2a High Class Pack)
- Rarity: Art Rare (AR), secret/over-numbered
- Illustrator: Hideki Ishikawa
- Language: Japanese
- Pokémon type: Fire-type, Stage 1, 130 HP
- Abilities: Melt Away and Lava Burst
- Grading: PSA 9 (official slab from PSA)
The Art Rare category in the Pokémon TCG is known for highlighting artistic and atmospheric illustrations, and Hideki Ishikawa delivers a visually strong contribution here. The combination of the Japanese language, Art Rare status and PSA 9 grading makes the card an obvious choice for collectors seeking authenticity and quality.
PSA 9: Condition and authenticity
An PSA 9 grading means the card is in near-perfect condition, assessed by the recognized grading company PSA. The card comes in an official PSA slab, which ensures authenticity and protects the card from damage. This is an important factor for collectors who want to preserve value and document the card's condition.
Why choose Japanese graded Pokémon cards?
Japanese Pokémon cards like this Ethan's Magcargo #197/193 are popular among collectors for their unique artwork, early releases and often higher print quality. Having the card graded and verified provides extra reassurance and makes it easy to compare with other Graded cards in the collection. If you are interested in more Japanese releases, you can also explore our selection of Japanese Pokémon cards or see the full range of Pokémon cards.
