Smeargle - Super-Burst Impact (Uncommon) [SM8-070/095]

Name: Smeargle - Super-Burst Impact (Uncommon) [SM8-070/095]
Brand: The Collector
Availability: LimitedAvailability

A Japanese Pokémon trading card of Smeargle (Doble) from the Super-Burst Impact set, featuring Ken Sugimori artwork with a colorful geometric background. - view 1

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Estimated value

$1 - $25

Rarity

Common(2/10)

COLLECTOR'S BREAKDOWN: SMEARGLE - SUPER-BURST IMPACT (UNCOMMON) [SM8-070/095]

A Japanese Pokémon card featuring Smeargle (Doble) with artwork by the legendary Ken Sugimori. The card aesthetic is notably clean, utilizing a Mondrian-esque geometric background of primary colors behind Smeargle. As an Uncommon card from the Sun & Moon era, it features the 'B' regulation block and standard non-holofoil finish typical for this rarity tier in the SM8 set.

CULTURAL CARD LORE

Where This Object Echoes

De Stijl Art Movement1917–1931

The background utilizes the primary color palette and black grid lines synonymous with early 20th-century Dutch modernism.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•Competitive Pokémon TCG deck building, specifically utilizing copying/utility mechanics.

Meaning Through Time

Pre-2000s

Traditional hand-drawn animation style representation.

Modern Era

A bridge between pop culture and fine art history through minimalist design.

CARD HISTORY & PRINT RUNS

Released in September 2018 as part of the SM8 'Super-Burst Impact' expansion in Japan, this set was notable for introducing several Generation 2 favorites into the Sun & Moon meta. Smeargle's inclusion here highlights its role as the 'Painter Pokémon,' with Sugimori's art style emphasizing its ...

COLLECTOR INTEL

Smeargle's Japanese name, Doble, is likely a play on 'daub' or the Spanish 'doble' (double), referencing its ability to copy others.

The geometric background of this specific card is a direct homage to the De Stijl art movement, specifically Piet Mondrian.

HOW SCARCE IS IT?

Common20-40%

CommonLegendary

Older mass-produced items still widely available. Easy to find on eBay, antique malls, and estate sales in large quantities.

Typical Characteristics

Mass produced historically
High survival rate
Readily available everywhere

Confidence Factors

Font weight and spacing are consistent with official SM8 Japanese prints
Card back features the correct modern Japanese 'Pocket Monsters' logo and pattern
Set symbol and card numbering accurately match the Smeargle 070/095 U entry

How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

High confidence due to very clear high-resolution images of both front and back, allowing for verifying typography, set symbols, and corner geometry.

KEY EVIDENCE

1Set ID 'SM8' and card number '070/095 U' are clearly legible.
2Authentic Japanese card back design with correct color saturation.
3Characteristic Ken Sugimori linework and shading consistent with official assets.
4Physical condition shows no signs of play wear, scratching, or corner softening.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

→Examine surface under a raking light to check for minor print lines or wax stains.
→Verify the card's thickness against a known authentic common to ensure standard cardstock density.

CONDITION & GRADE

Condition

Visually consistent with the user's 'Mint' description; front centering is excellent with crisp edges. The rear view shows vibrant colors and no visible whitening on the corners.

Surface

Standard semi-gloss cardstock with a smooth, non-textured surface common to non-holo Uncommon cards.

Weight & feel

Extremely lightweight and flexible, typical of modern Japanese cardstock which is slightly thinner than its international counterparts.

TRADING CARD MARKET VALUE

$1 - $25

Updated: Apr 11, 2026

Who buys this

Character-specific completionist collectors and enthusiasts of Japanese Pokemon sets.

What increases value

•Condition is the primary driver for a card of this rarity; 'Mint' examples are preferred for grading.

What lowers value

•Low market demand due to the high print volume of Uncommon cards.

What makes top-tier examples

•Perfect 50/50 centering and a flawless surface free of factory print lines.

Grade & condition

Centering, corner sharpness, and the absence of surface 'scuffing' from the packaging process.

Rarity & demand

CommonNiche demandModerate liquidity

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YOUR INPUT VS. SCANNER FINDINGS

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

What Aligned

User stated 'Mint' condition - visual inspection of corners, edges, and surface confirms a very high state of preservation.
User stated 'Original/Authentic' - print quality, typography, and card back design all align with official Nintendo/Creatures/GAME FREAK production.