2000 Pokemon Japanese Neo 2 #197 Umbreon Holo PSA 10 Gem Mint
2000 Pokemon Japanese Neo 2 #197 Umbreon Holo PSA 10 Gem Mint
2000 Pokemon Japanese Neo 2 #197 Umbreon Holo PSA 10 Gem Mint
Price: $4,999.99
2000 Pokemon Japanese Neo 2 #197 Umbreon Holo, from the Discovery set, unlimited rarity, graded PSA 10 Gem Mint. This one’s a sleek Dark-type evolution that collectors often chase for its moody vibe.
The artwork shows Umbreon lurking in shadows, rings glowing yellow against a starry night backdrop. That intense stare and coiled pose really capture its nocturnal hunter essence, like it’s ready to pounce without warning.
On the card text, it’s a Stage 1 Dark Pokémon with 70 HP. Ability is Pursuit, which lets you switch the opponent’s Pokémon if they try to retreat, adding a sneaky control element. Attacks include Quick Attack for 10+20 with a coin flip, and Confuse Ray for 30 that confuses. Simple but effective for early competitive play, especially in formats where Dark types disrupt strategies.
Released in 2000 as part of the Neo Genesis follow-up in Japan, Neo 2 (known as Neo Discovery internationally) expanded on evolutions and introduced more fossil and mystery themes. This Umbreon printing stands out because it’s the Japanese version, with that crisp holo pattern that’s subtler than English counterparts, and it predates the e-series shifts. Back then, these were pulled from packs during the height of Pokémon fever, but the Japanese editions often have better print quality, making high grades tougher to snag.
In the slab, this PSA 10 boasts perfect centering—edges sharp, corners pristine, no whitening or chipping. Surface is flawless, holo shine pops without scratches, and the overall eye appeal is top-tier, like it just came off the press. Pop reports show around 180 in PSA 10, which keeps it relatively scarce compared to mass-produced modern stuff. You see the yellow rings reflecting light through the case, drawing your eye every time.
I’d frame this one next to a full moon window, just for the thematic kick.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Umbreon Holo
– Set: 2000 Pokemon Japanese Neo 2
– Rarity: Unlimited
– Condition: PSA 10 Gem Mint
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