2019 Pokemon Sun & Moon Promo Raichu GX #SM213
Raichu · The Pokemon Company / Nintendo · Promo, GX, Holofoil
Player
Raichu
Set
Sun & Moon Promos (Hidden Fates Raichu GX Box)
Year
2019
Card #
#SM213
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) to PSA 8 (NM-MT). Centering is noticeably shifted towards the bottom and right edges. Top corner shows slight whitening/softness. Surface appears glossy but potentially has micro-scratches from being stored without a sleeve.
Category
Promo, GX, Holofoil
Manufacturer
The Pokemon Company / Nintendo
Demand Level
Moderate. While Raichu is a popular character, as a box promo, this card had a high print volume. Demand is steady among completionist set collectors and Raichu fans.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$4.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $15-20, PSA 8: $25-35, PSA 9: $50-60, PSA 10: $180-220
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for $5-7 on eBay. PSA 9 copies have recently averaged $55. PSA 10 premiums are high due to the difficulty of finding perfectly centered promos out of the box.
Description
Featured is the Raichu GX Black Star Promo from the 2019 Hidden Fates collection. The card displays vibrant, full-art style CG artwork by 5ban Graphics, featuring Raichu mid-attack with a dynamic diagonal holofoil pattern. This Stage 1 Lightning-type card boasts 210 HP and includes the powerful 'Spark Ball GX' attack. The iconic GX layout features silver-bordered edges and the signature GX rule box at the bottom.
Key Features
Black Star Promo status; Part of the highly collectible 'Hidden Fates' era releases; Features one of the most iconic Pokémon from the original Gen 1; Unique holofoil pattern specific to SM-era promos.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The diagonal 'slash' holofoil pattern is correct for 2019 SM promos. The font weight on HP/Attacks matches authentic print runs. The '5ban Graphics' illustrator credit and the specific SM black star logo are correctly placed. No signs of the common 'flat' or 'vertical-only' holofoil found on fakes.
Flaws to Note
Centering is bottom-heavy (approx 65/35 ratio); slight silvering/whitening visible on the top edge; bottom left corner shows minor blunting. The card is currently not in a protective sleeve, which risks surface scratching.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for individual sales), TCGPlayer (best for volume sellers), or Facebook Pokemon Buy/Sell/Trade groups for local cash deals.
Selling Tips
Immediately place the card in a soft penny sleeve and a rigid top-loader to prevent further condition degradation. Use high-resolution scans or photos of both front and back to attract buyers. Mention 'NM' (Near Mint) or 'LP' (Lightly Played) based on surface scratches not visible in photos.