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Cleffa - Ruler of the Black Flame (Art Rare) [sv3-113/108] PSA 10

PSA 10 graded Japanese Cleffa Art Rare Pokémon card from the 2023 SV3 Ruler of the Black Flame set in an acrylic slab. - view 1
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Estimated value

$25 - $45

Rarity

Ordinary(3/10)

Category

Trading Cards

Brand

Pokémon

Era

2023

Origin

Japan

Artist / Creator

Hyogonosuke

Authenticity

Very High(90%)
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CLEFFA - RULER OF THE BLACK FLAME (ART RARE) [SV3-113/108] PSA 10: IDENTIFICATION

This is an encapsulated Japanese Pokémon card featuring Cleffa (ピィ), cataloged as card number 113/108 with the Art Rare (AR) designation from the 2023 expansion Ruler of the Black Flame (SV3). The card is illustrated by Hyogonosuke and rendered in full-card artwork depicting Cleffa standing beneath a meteor shower reflected on a still lake surface. The card has 30 HP, Psychic typing, and the attack Grasping Draw (にぎにぎドロー). The slab is sealed in a standard Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) acrylic holder bearing certification number 139438265 and a grade of Gem Mint 10.

CROSS-CULTURAL PARALLELS

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese Astronomy and Tanabata FolkloreEdo period to present

Cleffa's design and recurring motif of arriving via shooting stars aligns with celestial wishing traditions observed during Tanabata festivals.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

  • •Stargazing and meteor shower observation during seasonal celestial alignments

Meaning Through Time

1999 (Generation II)

Introduced as a pre-evolution baby Pokémon tied strictly to breeding mechanics.

2023 (Generation IX TCG)

Showcased as an expressive, standalone subject for narrative fine-art card illustrations.

SET RELEASE & PRINT RUN

The Japanese Ruler of the Black Flame expansion released on July 28, 2023, as part of the Scarlet & Violet (SV) generation under Creatures Inc. and The Pokémon Company. The Art Rare category, introduced to the main series in late 2022 and expanded in 2023, provides non-rule-box basic and evolution ...
The Japanese Ruler of the Black Flame expansion released on July 28, 2023, as part of the Scarlet & Violet (SV) generation under Creatures Inc. and The Pokémon Company. The Art Rare category, introduced to the main series in late 2022 and expanded in 2023, provides non-rule-box basic and evolution Pokémon with border-to-border story illustrations by guest artists, contrasting with the standard mechanical card frames.

COLLECTOR INTEL

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Card 113/108 was localized into the English market as card 202/197 within the Obsidian Flames expansion on August 11, 2023.

SCARCITY

Ordinary40-55%
CommonLegendary

Standard antiques commonly found at estate sales and flea markets. Plentiful supply meets modest demand.

Typical Characteristics

  • Moderate production runs
  • Common at estate sales
  • Entry-level collectibles

Confidence Factors

  • PSA label features legitimate security typography, frosted PSA emblem, and correct barcode and QR code formatting.
  • Foil sheen, Japanese font weight, and SV3 copyright line matches official 2023 Creatures Inc. print runs.
How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

High confidence is warranted by fully legible PSA certification labeling, matching SV3 Japanese card numbering, and complete visibility of both front and reverse sides.

KEY EVIDENCE

  • 1PSA label reads: '2023 POKEMON SV3 JP / CLEFFA / ART RARE / #113 / GEM MT 10'.
  • 2PSA certification verification number 139438265 is visible on both front and back label faces.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

  • →Verify the certification number 139438265 directly in the PSA Cert Verification database to match registry scans.

CONDITION & GRADE

PSA 10

Grading breakdown

Assigned Gem Mint 10 by PSA (certification 139438265). Visual inspection confirms front centering within 55/45 parameters, sharp cut corners, and an immaculate reverse surface free of edge chipping.

Condition

The card is sealed in a PSA holder with zero visible corner whitening, crisp factory borders, and clean centering that meets PSA Gem Mint tolerances. The outer acrylic case shows no visible cracks or interior fogging.

TRADING CARD MARKET VALUE

$25 - $45

Updated: Oct 24, 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.

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