Koffing LV.13 60 HP - Evolutions (Common/Reverse Holo) [68/108]

Name: Koffing LV.13 60 HP - Evolutions (Common/Reverse Holo) [68/108]
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: InStock

A Koffing Pokémon trading card from the Evolutions set, showing the Poison-type Pokémon and its Foul Gas attack.

Estimated value

Up to $5

Rarity

Average(4/10)

COLLECTOR'S BREAKDOWN: KOFFING LV.13 60 HP - EVOLUTIONS (COMMON/REVERSE HOLO) [68/108]

This is a Pokémon Trading Card Game card featuring Koffing, a Basic Poison Gas Pokémon from Generation 1. The artwork depicts the purple, spheroid Pokémon with a skull and crossbones emblem on its body, hovering in a vibrant, almost cartoonish background. The card shows 60 HP at level 13, and has the 'Foul Gas' attack which can Poison or Confuse the opponent's Active Pokémon. The color palette is typical of early Pokémon sets, with a distinctive yellow border and purple main body for Poison-type Pokémon.

CULTURAL CARD LORE

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese FolkloreModern design referencing traditional elements

Koffing, as a 'Gas Pokémon,' draws influence from Japanese Yokai that represent noxious fumes or spirits, often associated with pollution or unwanted emanations.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•Collecting and trading cards as a social ritual among children and hobbyists, fostering community and exchange.
•Strategic gameplay within the Pokémon TCG, where each card represents a component in a tactical battle system.

Meaning Through Time

1990s-early 2000s

Early Pokémon cards were primarily a children's game and collectible, often traded on school playgrounds.

2010s-Present

The market shifted to include serious adult collectors and investors, with card condition and rarity becoming paramount to value, as evidenced by the 'Evolutions' set catering to nostalgia.

CARD HISTORY & PRINT RUNS

The Koffing card presented appears to be from the 'Evolutions' set, which was released in 2016. This set was a commemorative and nostalgic release, designed to revisit and re-imagine the original Base Set cards for the 20th anniversary of the Pokémon franchise. While the artwork retains the classic Sugimori style, the updated card layout and symbols (such as the Pokémon EX era symbol at the bottom right) distinguish it from the actual Base Set printings. This particular card would have been a common pull from booster packs of the Evolutions set.

COLLECTOR INTEL

Koffing's design, along with its evolution Weezing, is based on pollution and smog, reflecting some of the environmental concerns of the late 20th century.

The 'Evolutions' set faithfully recreated the feel and look of the original 1999 Base Set, making it a popular choice for both new collectors and long-time fans seeking a nostalgic experience.

HOW SCARCE IS IT?

Average55-70%

CommonLegendary

Typical antique shop fare. Requires some searching but regularly available. This is where most genuine antiques fall.

Typical Characteristics

Standard antique shop items
Regularly available
Moderate collector interest

Confidence Factors

Common card from a widely distributed modern set.
No visible indicators of a counterfeit (e.g., incorrect font, color, print quality).
Low market value item, reducing incentive for high-quality counterfeits.

How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

Confidence is strong given the clear visibility of the card name, Pokémon type, HP, set symbol, and card number, which collectively identify it as a common Koffing from the Evolutions set. Better images of the back and surface would allow a more precise condition grade.

KEY EVIDENCE

1Card name 'Koffing' and artwork clearly visible.
2HP '60' and LV '13' and basic text are readable.
3Small '2016 Pokémon' copyright and set symbol visible, indicating the Evolutions set.
4Numerical identifier '68/108' confirms card number within the set.
5Lack of '1st Edition' symbol and presence of a black star (common rarity) and the XY-era set symbol.

UNCERTAINTIES

•The overall image resolution is low, making it difficult to assess fine print quality and potential surface flaws like scratches or indentations.
•Only the front of the card is visible, preventing an assessment of back centering, color, and potential edge wear on the reverse.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

→Provide clear, high-resolution images of both the front and back of the card, ideally under good, even lighting.
→Capture images of the card's surface under angled light to reveal any potential scratches or indentations.
→Measure the card's centering from top to bottom and left to right on both the front and back.
→A professional grading submission would provide a definitive condition assessment and enhance market value.

CONDITION & GRADE

Condition

The card appears to be in played to light play condition. There are some slight edge whitening visible on the borders, particularly the top and side, and the corners show minor wear. The surface looks generally clean but without close inspection, minor scratches or indentations cannot be ruled out. This would likely grade in the 'NM' (Near Mint) to 'LP' (Lightly Played) range by professional grading standards for an ungraded card.

Surface

The card exhibits the standard glossy finish of a modern Pokémon TCG card. The image suggests a relatively flat surface with some minor surface imperfections or light play, consistent with a raw, ungraded card. There is no visible holo pattern, suggesting it is a common non-holo variant or a reverse holo if the front image does not adequately capture the light refracting properties.