Shining Rayquaza - Shining Legends (Holo Rare) [057/072]

Name: Shining Rayquaza - Shining Legends (Holo Rare) [057/072]
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Shining Rayquaza Holo Rare Pokémon card 057/072 from the Shining Legends set on a wooden surface.

Estimated value

$40 - $120

Rarity

Scarce(6/10)

COLLECTOR'S BREAKDOWN: SHINING RAYQUAZA - SHINING LEGENDS (HOLO RARE) [057/072]

This is a Pokémon Trading Card Game card featuring Shining Rayquaza, a Dragon-type Basic Pokémon with 120 HP. The artwork, credited to Naoki Saito, depicts a sleek, dark-scaled Rayquaza, a legendary creature known for inhabiting the ozone layer. The card has two attacks: 'Dragon Pulse' for 40 damage, requiring the discard of the top two cards of your deck, and 'Sky Judgment' for 190 damage, which necessitates discarding three attached Energy. The card exhibits the signature holographic sparkle associated with 'Shining' Pokémon.

CULTURAL CARD LORE

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese MythologyAncient to modern

Rayquaza's serpentine, sky-dwelling form and its role as a balance-keeper echo the mythological dragons and celestial beings often found in East Asian folklore.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•The release of special sets like 'Shining Legends' fuels the ritual of 'pack opening' within the TCG community, where collectors and players search for rare cards with unique artwork and mechanics.
•Collecting a full set of 'Shining' Pokémon in the modern era mirrors the dedication seen in earlier generations of collectors completing challenging subsets.

Meaning Through Time

2017 - Present

The 'Shining' mechanic, initially a rare occurrence in earlier sets, was reintroduced in a more structured way with 'Shining Legends', making these cards prized for their unique aesthetic and nostalgic appeal.

CARD HISTORY & PRINT RUNS

The Shining Rayquaza 057/072 card was released as part of the special 'Shining Legends' expansion in 2017. This set was notable for reintroducing 'Shining' Pokémon, a mechanic first seen in the Neo Revelation and Neo Destiny sets from the early 2000s, where the Pokémon itself, rather than just the background, is holographic. Rayquaza, as a powerful Legendary Dragon/Flying type, has always been a fan favorite and a significant presence in the Pokémon lore, particularly as the centerpiece of the Generation III games' lore concerning the balance between Groudon and Kyogre.

COLLECTOR INTEL

Shining Pokémon cards are distinct because the Pokémon illustration itself is holographic, contrasting with traditional holo cards where only the background shimmers.

Rayquaza is a celestial guardian in the Pokémon universe, living high in the ozone layer, only descending to Earth to quell conflicts between Groudon and Kyogre.

HOW SCARCE IS IT?

Scarce80-90%

CommonLegendary

Genuinely harder to find. Perhaps only dozens come to market annually. Collectors actively watch for these pieces.

Typical Characteristics

Dozens per year at market
Documented provenance valued
Active collector pursuit

Confidence Factors

While the card itself is clearly identifiable, high-value cards like 'Shining' variants are frequently targeted by counterfeiters.
The single image provided does not allow for verification of texture, holo pattern integrity, or crucial reverse-side details that help confirm authenticity.
Slight blurring in the image could obscure subtle print differences that distinguish genuine from fake cards.

How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

I have high confidence in identifying the card, set, and artist due to clear visible text and characteristic artwork. However, confidence in condition and absolute authenticity is moderate due to image quality and lack of a reverse image.

KEY EVIDENCE

1Card identified as 'Shining Rayquaza' with 120 HP, artwork by Naoki Saito.
2Set identification via printed text and art style aligns with 'Shining Legends' 057/072.
3The 'Shining' designation implies the Pokémon itself is holographic, which appears consistent with the image.
4Edition is English 'Shining Legends' which is a known 2017 release.

UNCERTAINTIES

•The picture quality is not high enough for a definitive condition assessment.
•Absence of reverse side image prevents full authentication and edge/corner evaluation.
•Blurriness makes it difficult to ascertain print quality and potential surface imperfections.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

→Provide clear, high-resolution images of both the front and back of the card.
→Capture images under direct, angled light to highlight any surface imperfections, scratches, or print lines.
→If possible, include a close-up of the set symbol and card numbering for detailed verification.
→Measure the card's centering from front and back for grading potential assessment.

CONDITION & GRADE

Condition

Based on the single image, the card appears to be in generally good condition with minimal visible surface wear. The corners appear relatively sharp, and edges seem intact, though a full assessment would require viewing the reverse and closer inspection.

Surface

The card's surface features a full holographic print on the main Pokémon artwork, giving it a distinctive shimmering effect. The border of the card appears to be a standard yellow, indicating a common Pokémon card frame.