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Bibarel - Crown Zenith (Galarian Gallery) [GG25/GG70]

Bibarel Full Art Pokémon card from the Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery subset, numbered GG25/GG70. - view 1
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Estimated value

$1 - $5

Rarity

Uncommon(5/10)

Category

Trading Cards

Brand

Pokémon

Era

2023

Origin

🇯🇵 Japan

Artist / Creator

Amelicart

Authenticity

Very High(95%)
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BIBAREL - CROWN ZENITH (GALARIAN GALLERY) [GG25/GG70]: IDENTIFICATION

This is a Stage 1 Pokémon card featuring Bibarel, identified as card GG25/GG70 from the Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery subset. The card is a Full Art 'Galarian Gallery' variant with a distinctive illustrative art style by Amelicart, featuring a semi-lineless, storybook aesthetic. It displays the 'Industrious Incisors' ability and 'Tail Smash' attack. The card features a standard yellow border typical of the Sword & Shield era, with a textured holofoil finish characteristic of the Galarian Gallery series.

Compare with other trading cards in the archive: Cavallone Tropicale (Tropical Tidal Wave) - Italian 2006 World Championships Promo #36, Vegeta - Dramatic Art (Ultra God Mission 5) [UGM5-020 DA], Magikarp - Pokémon Card 151 (Special Art Rare) [080/165].

CROSS-CULTURAL PARALLELS

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese FolkloreModern

Bibarel is based on the beaver, but its design elements reflect the 'shiba-inu' industriousness often celebrated in Japanese domestic depictions of animals.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

  • •The ritual of 'binder collecting' where specific subsets like the Galarian Gallery are organized chronologically to display cohesive art styles.

Meaning Through Time

2023-Present

Transitioned from a 'bulk rare' to a highly desirable 'Art Rare' collector piece due to its high utility in gameplay and unique art style.

SET RELEASE & PRINT RUN

Released in January 2023, Crown Zenith served as the final expansion for the Sword & Shield Series. The Galarian Gallery subset, modeled after the Japanese VSTAR Universe 'High Class' pack release, introduced 70 cards with unique full-bleed illustrations. Bibarel became a staple in the competitive ...
Released in January 2023, Crown Zenith served as the final expansion for the Sword & Shield Series. The Galarian Gallery subset, modeled after the Japanese VSTAR Universe 'High Class' pack release, introduced 70 cards with unique full-bleed illustrations. Bibarel became a staple in the competitive Pokémon TCG meta (2022-2024) primarily due to its 'Industrious Incisors' ability, which provided essential draw support for various deck archetypes.

COLLECTOR INTEL

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The illustrator Amelicart is known for a 'picture book' style that debuted in the Pokémon TCG with the Battle Styles expansion in 2021.

SCARCITY

Uncommon70-80%
CommonLegendary

Genuine antiques with fewer examples on the market. Named makers, documented provenance, or early production examples.

Rarity 5/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 98 trading cards items at rarity 5 or higher.

Typical Characteristics

  • Limited production
  • Named makers
  • Growing collector demand

Confidence Factors

  • Holographic sheen and font rendering are consistent with authentic 2023 production
How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

High confidence due to clear visibility of card identifiers (name, set number, and artist) which allow for precise market matching.

KEY EVIDENCE

  • 1Correct 2023 copyright date visible at the bottom.

CONDITION & GRADE

PSA 9-10

Grading breakdown

User specifies Mint condition; visual evidence shows clean corners and sharp edges, though the bottom border is slightly thicker than the top, a common centering variance for this print run.

Condition

The card appears extremely well-preserved inside a binder sleeve. Centering appears slightly bottom-heavy on the front face, but edges and corners show no visible whitening or silvering from the provided angles.

TRADING CARD MARKET VALUE

$1 - $5

Updated: Aug 8, 2026

  • Market comparables from auctions & retail
  • Condition, completeness & craftsmanship
  • Current collector demand & trends
  • Low = quick sale, high = patient seller

For informational purposes only, not a formal appraisal.

YOUR INPUT VS. SCAN

How your provided context compares with Curiosa.com scanner findings.

What Aligned

  • User stated 'Mint' - visual inspection shows no surface scratches or corner wear consistent with a Gem Mint specimen.

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