Pokémon TCG: Dark Blastoise Holo #3 PSA 4 - Team Rocket
Dark Blastoise Holo #3 PSA 4 – Team Rocket (Pokémon TCG)
For collectors of vintage Pokémon TCG, Dark Blastoise Holo #3 PSA 4 from the Team Rocket expansion is an iconic and sought-after card. This example has been professionally graded and slabbed by PSA with an overall grade of 4, ensuring authenticity and preserving the card's condition for the future. The Team Rocket set, released in 2000 during the Wizards of the Coast era, marks a key period in Pokémon TCG history when the first Dark Pokémon were introduced.
About Dark Blastoise 3/82 from Team Rocket
Dark Blastoise is a Rare Holo card (3/82) from the Team Rocket series. As a Stage 2 Water-type Pokémon it evolves from Dark Wartortle and has 70 HP. The card is illustrated by renowned artist Mitsuhiro Arita, whose artwork defined many of the most memorable cards from the WOTC era. Dark Blastoise has the attacks Hydrocannon and Rocket Tackle, and it is characterized by a Lightning weakness and a retreat cost of 2.
Details about the PSA grading
This card is graded PSA 4, meaning it has been professionally authenticated and slabbed in a protective holder. PSA-graded cards are popular among collectors because they provide an objective assessment of a card's condition and authenticity. Note that additional details about centering, surface, and any grading notes are not available in the provided data. The PSA certificate number and slab identity are also not provided and should be verified directly on the card or via PSA’s database.
- Set: Team Rocket (Wizards of the Coast, 2000)
- Card number: 3/82
- Rarity: Rare Holo
- Grading: PSA 4
- Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
- Type: Water, Stage 2 (evolves from Dark Wartortle)
- Attacks: Hydrocannon, Rocket Tackle
Collectibility and relevance
Dark Blastoise from Team Rocket is a central card for collectors of Pokémon cards from the WOTC era, especially for those focusing on the Dark Pokémon theme. The professional PSA grading makes the card an attractive choice for anyone looking to expand their collection with authentic, vintage graded cards. The Team Rocket set holds a special place in Pokémon history, and Dark Blastoise is among the most iconic holofoil cards from that period.
Note: There is no verified information on whether this example is 1st Edition or Unlimited, and the language cannot be definitively confirmed from the available data. For optimal storage and protection of PSA-slabbed cards, it is recommended to use appropriate accessories such as sleeves and storage boxes.
