Palkia GX (Full Art) - Ultra Prism [UPA-127]

Name: Palkia GX (Full Art) - Ultra Prism [UPA-127]
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Close-up of a Full Art Palkia GX Pokémon card from the Ultra Prism set, showing surface scratches and holographic detail.

Estimated value

$10 - $30

Rarity

Uncommon(5/10)

PALKIA GX (FULL ART) - ULTRA PRISM [UPA-127]: IDENTIFICATION

This is a Full Art Palkia GX card from the Pokémon TCG, specifically from the Ultra Prism expansion. The card features the Pokémon Palkia, known for its control over space, rendered in a striking full-card illustration with a holographic finish. As a GX card, it boasts high HP (180) and a powerful GX attack, 'Zero Vanish GX'. The card's artwork extends to the borders, characteristic of Full Art cards, and the vibrant colors along with the holographic sheen are visible even under ambient lighting.

Compare with other trading cards in the archive: Cavallone Tropicale (Tropical Tidal Wave) - Italian 2006 World Championships Promo #36, Magikarp - Pokémon Card 151 (Special Art Rare) [080/165], Alakazam - Expansion Pack (Holo Rare) [No. 065].

SET RELEASE & PRINT RUN

The Pokémon TCG: Ultra Prism expansion was released on February 2, 2018, introducing new mechanics and Pokémon from the Generation VII games (Sun & Moon). Palkia, a Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation IV), gained renewed prominence in the TCG with powerful GX cards like this one. Its artistic depiction here emphasizes its ethereal, spatial nature, aligning with its lore as a deity of space. Cards like this drove collecting and competitive play during the Sun & Moon era.

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 76 trading cards items at rarity 5 or higher.

Typical Characteristics

Limited production
Named makers
Growing collector demand

Confidence Factors

Card details (name, HP, attacks, set symbol) are consistent with known genuine cards.
Holographic pattern and card texture appear standard for the era and rarity.
This specific card is not typically a prime target for high-quality counterfeits that mimic every detail.

How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

High confidence based on clear visual identification of the Pokémon, card type (GX, Full Art), set details (Ultra Prism set symbol), and partially visible card number. The condition assessment is preliminary due to image limitations for comprehensive surface and edge analysis.

KEY EVIDENCE

1The card is identified as 'Palkia GX', with 'HP 180' and a Basic classification, consistent with a Palkia GX card.
2The text 'Zero Vanish GX' with '150' damage is visible, a signature attack for this card.
3The full art illustration and holographic sheen are typical of a Full Art 'Ultra Rare' variant.
4The visible set symbol (a sun with a prism through it, partially obscured) confirms it as from the Ultra Prism expansion.
5The card number '127/156' is partially visible on the bottom left, confirming the Ultra Prism 127/156 identification.

UNCERTAINTIES

•The clear surface scratches significantly detract from potential grading.
•The full card borders are not fully visible, making precise centering assessment difficult.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

→Capture a clear, well-lit image of the entire card's front, laying flat, to assess centering and any edge/corner damage.
→Take a clear image of the card's back to check for wear and any manufacturing defects.
→Examine the surface under angled light to fully identify all scratches and possible indentations.
→Check for any visible print lines or foil irregularities that may affect its condition.

CONDITION & GRADE

Condition

Visually, the card exhibits some surface wear, specifically a few prominent scratches that cross the illustration. The corners and edges, while not perfectly clear from the image, do not immediately show significant whitening or damage, though closer inspection would be required. The overall condition appears to bePlayed to Lightly Played due to the surface damage.