2000 Espeon (エーフィ) Crossing the ruins… No. 196 Holo TAG Grade: NM-MT / TAG Score: 805/1000
This timeless Espeon hails from the Japanese Crossing the Ruins... expansion (Neo Discovery), the iconic set that expanded the Neo era with Johto mysteries, released July 7, 2000. As a classic Holo Rare, it features premium vintage Japanese foil with that signature rainbow shimmer and depth on the old-back design—no English print fully replicates the stock quality or holo effects, even if the artwork is shared.
Illustrated by the renowned Atsuko Nishida, the card captures Espeon's psychic elegance in captivating detail, perfectly embodying predictive abilities and Eeveelution charm.
A Generation II Psychic-type legend (evolving from Eevee via friendship in daylight), Espeon commands elite status among vintage fans—but this holo elevates it to grail territory for Neo-era completists, Japanese set hunters, and flawless early-2000s pulls. Adding even more collector prestige, this example boasts a striking solid Full PB holo mark—a rare, complete Poké Ball-shaped foil pattern centered boldly in the artbox next to the character illustration, a coveted manufacturing variation that gives the card its own uniqueness and shine under light. For serious collectors chasing iconic Eeveelution shine, pristine vintage holos with standout holo marks, and foundational cards from one of Pokémon TCG's golden blocks, this TAG NM-MT (805/1000) is a standout treasure. Serene, shimmering, and undeniably classic—pure Neo perfection.
(Full PB Holo mark & “x” Holo mark both Highlighted on Video and 5th Image)
Grading Details
TAG Grade: NM MT (strong near-mint example with minimal defects)
TAG Score: 805/1000 — precise TAG evaluation
Protective TAG Sleeve: Included and applied to the slab
Full Transparency: QR code available on the slab for the complete Digital Imaging & Grading (DIG) Report, including:
DINGS breakdown
High-res downloadable images
Leaderboard rank and population status
Notable Defects (Verified from DIG Report)
2 DINGS reported: 1 Edge Wear (Top Back, Highlighted on 6th Image), 1 Surface / Surface Defect (Bottom Right)
No DINGS on corners (0 front & back), front edges (0), or front surface (0)
Back edges: 1 DING; Back surface: 1 DING
Centering: Front 39L/61R 56T/44B, Back 64L/36R 58T/42B
High Fray/Fill scores (mostly 996–1000; minor dips on some edges/corners like front right fill 996, back edges 1000)
Angle scores strong front (997–999 corners)
Surface Defect Transparency Slider: 100 (full clarity)
Population & Rank (as of 3/15/2026)
POP 7 in NM MT – Top-ranked in tier (total graded: 46)
Total graded: 46 | NM MT graded: 7
Highest NM MT: 1st | Highest overall: 15th | Card rank: 15th overall
Graded 2/25/2026 (7th NM MT graded | 46th card graded overall) A strong, top-ranked example in this vintage Japanese holo promo population!
Shipping & Handling
Free shipping via USPS Priority Mail with secure protection
Card ships in bubble pouch + extra padding inside a sturdy box
Handling within 2 business days, though shipped from an overseas FPO address (may add a few days). Thank you for your patience! :)
2000 Espeon (エーフィ) Crossing the ruins… No. 196 Holo TAG Grade: NM-MT / TAG Score: 805/1000
This timeless Espeon hails from the Japanese Crossing the Ruins... expansion (Neo Discovery), the iconic set that expanded the Neo era with Johto mysteries, released July 7, 2000. As a classic Holo Rare, it features premium vintage Japanese foil with that signature rainbow shimmer and depth on the old-back design—no English print fully replicates the stock quality or holo effects, even if the artwork is shared.
Illustrated by the renowned Atsuko Nishida, the card captures Espeon's psychic elegance in captivating detail, perfectly embodying predictive abilities and Eeveelution charm.
A Generation II Psychic-type legend (evolving from Eevee via friendship in daylight), Espeon commands elite status among vintage fans—but this holo elevates it to grail territory for Neo-era completists, Japanese set hunters, and flawless early-2000s pulls. Adding even more collector prestige, this example boasts a striking solid Full PB holo mark—a rare, complete Poké Ball-shaped foil pattern centered boldly in the artbox next to the character illustration, a coveted manufacturing variation that gives the card its own uniqueness and shine under light. For serious collectors chasing iconic Eeveelution shine, pristine vintage holos with standout holo marks, and foundational cards from one of Pokémon TCG's golden blocks, this TAG NM-MT (805/1000) is a standout treasure. Serene, shimmering, and undeniably classic—pure Neo perfection.
(Full PB Holo mark & “x” Holo mark both Highlighted on Video and 5th Image)
Grading Details
TAG Grade: NM MT (strong near-mint example with minimal defects)
TAG Score: 805/1000 — precise TAG evaluation
Protective TAG Sleeve: Included and applied to the slab
Full Transparency: QR code available on the slab for the complete Digital Imaging & Grading (DIG) Report, including:
DINGS breakdown
High-res downloadable images
Leaderboard rank and population status
Notable Defects (Verified from DIG Report)
2 DINGS reported: 1 Edge Wear (Top Back, Highlighted on 6th Image), 1 Surface / Surface Defect (Bottom Right)
No DINGS on corners (0 front & back), front edges (0), or front surface (0)
Back edges: 1 DING; Back surface: 1 DING
Centering: Front 39L/61R 56T/44B, Back 64L/36R 58T/42B
High Fray/Fill scores (mostly 996–1000; minor dips on some edges/corners like front right fill 996, back edges 1000)
Angle scores strong front (997–999 corners)
Surface Defect Transparency Slider: 100 (full clarity)
Population & Rank (as of 3/15/2026)
POP 7 in NM MT – Top-ranked in tier (total graded: 46)
Total graded: 46 | NM MT graded: 7
Highest NM MT: 1st | Highest overall: 15th | Card rank: 15th overall
Graded 2/25/2026 (7th NM MT graded | 46th card graded overall) A strong, top-ranked example in this vintage Japanese holo promo population!
Shipping & Handling
Free shipping via USPS Priority Mail with secure protection
Card ships in bubble pouch + extra padding inside a sturdy box
Handling within 2 business days, though shipped from an overseas FPO address (may add a few days). Thank you for your patience! :)
