Pokémon TCG: Heracross #072 PSA 10 - Japanese

Heracross 072/071 AR PSA 10 Japanese Clay Burst – Professionally graded Art Rare card

For collectors and enthusiasts of Japanese Pokémon cards, Heracross 072/071 Art Rare from SV2D Clay Burst is a standout in the Scarlet & Violet era. This example is professionally graded by PSA with the grade 10 (Gem Mint), ensuring both authenticity and top condition – ideal for display or as part of a specialized collection.

Heracross 072/071 AR – Japanese Art Rare from Clay Burst

The card comes from SV2D Clay Burst, a Japanese expansion in the Scarlet & Violet series, released on April 14, 2023. Heracross 072/071 is classified as an Art Rare (AR), meaning it features a unique full-art illustration and AR holofoil that set it apart from standard prints. The numbering “072/071” indicates it is a special print beyond the set’s base list.

Professional grading: PSA 10 Gem Mint

This Heracross card is encapsulated in a PSA slab and has received PSA’s highest grade, 10 Gem Mint. That means the card appears free of visible flaws, with sharp centering and a pristine surface – a quality sought after by collectors of Graded cards. The PSA grading documents the card’s authenticity and helps preserve its condition over time.

Visual distinction and collector appeal

The illustration on Heracross 072/071 AR is created by GOSSAN, a well-known artist in the Pokémon TCG universe. The artwork shows Heracross in an atmospheric setting, with details and colors enhanced by the holofoil effect. This Art Rare edition is especially popular among collectors who appreciate the unique aesthetic and quality of Japanese Pokémon cards.

• Language: Japanese
• Set: SV2D Clay Burst
• Card number: 072/071
• Type: Basic Grass Pokémon
• HP: 130
• Attacks: Tackle (50), Smashing Horn (110, ignores Resistance)
• Illustrator: GOSSAN
• Format: Graded single card in PSA slab

Why choose a graded Japanese Pokémon card?

Japanese Pokémon cards are known for their print quality and finish. When a card like Heracross 072/071 AR achieves PSA 10, you get both collector and display value as well as assurance of authenticity. This makes the card an excellent choice for dedicated collectors of Japanese Pokémon cards and those looking to expand their range of Pokémon cards with something special from the Scarlet & Violet era.