Certificate #81433ACAACD2 · Pokémon

Sylveon VMAX

Evolving Skies · #212/203 · 2021

TCGAI Score

9.0

Mint Consider

Consider. Send it if a 9 is still worth more than the fee.

Estimate, not an official grade.

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Graded by Eric Casper · May 11, 2026 · 134 views

Sub-grades, front and back

Each side is scored out of 10. The lowest sub-grade caps the TCGAI Score.

Category	Front	Back
Centering	9	10
Corners	10	9
Edges	10	9
Surface	10	10
Whitening	10	9.5
Holo / foil	10	10

Limiting factor: Centering (9) Microscopic fuzz on two corners
Centering: Back 50/50 L/R, 50/50 T/B Estimated by the AI

What the AI found

Flaws visible at the photo's resolution. A grader under magnification may find more.

No defects listed at this photo resolution.

Surface

Back The back surface is clean and free of scuffs, scratches, or manufacturing print dots.

Whitening

Front Border is clean with zero paper-fiber exposure.

Back One microscopic spot at the bottom edge, only visible under zoom.

What this card sells for

An estimate from recent listings, not an appraisal. Prices in USD.

Graded 9

$500

$420 – $510 · 3 sales

Raw, ungraded

$494

$281 – $700 · 40 listings

Grading premium

+1%

Graded average over raw average

Average sale price by grade
Grade	Average	Range	Sales
10	$1,030	$750 – $1,900	12
9	$500	$420 – $510	3

Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot. Muestra insuficiente (graded=4, validListings=43, mínimo=5). Rango estimado con baja confianza.

About this card

Background compiled from public web sources. Check it before you buy or sell.

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 8/10

Recent sales show flat 30-day change with consistent high-end pricing; post-hype stabilization after 2021 boom but bolstered by nostalgia and Pokémon TCG resurgence

Next months. Stable with slight upward pressure from summer collector season

Long term. Moderate appreciation as vintage Sword/Shield chase card

History

Sylveon is a Fairy-type Eeveelution introduced in Generation VI (Pokémon X and Y, 2013). It evolves from Eevee via high friendship during the day, known for its ribbon-like feelers used to sense emotions and calm others. This VMAX card depicts its powerful secret rare alternate art version, highly sought after for its stunning artwork by Taira Akitsu.

August 27, 2021, in the Sword & Shield - Evolving Skies set across North America, Europe, and other English-speaking regions

One of the most iconic chase cards from Evolving Skies, the set notorious for its Eeveelution focus and massive hype
Features the attack Powerful-Swing that deals 30 more damage per different Pokémon type on the bench
Artist Taira Akitsu's alternate art is praised for its ethereal, ribbon-flowing design boosting collector demand

Rarity and print run

Tier: Secret Rare
Print run: Medium
First printed in: Sword & Shield - Evolving Skies (SWSH07)
Demand: High
Supply: Medium

Secret rare slot in a high-demand Eevee-themed set with massive pull rates chased by collectors
Single printing with no reprints inflating long-term scarcity
graded 10 pop of 13,519 gem-mint copies amid heavy grading volume

Collector notes

Condition. Inspect centering (often off due to heavy printing demand), check for print lines, edge whitening, surface scratches on holo pattern, and corner wear; common flaws include roller marks and miscuts from high-volume print runs

Storage. Use semi-rigid or magnetic holders (e.g., Dragon Shield or Sleeve City top loaders with sleeves); store in cool, dry place away from sunlight to prevent holo oxidation; avoid stacking without dividers

Authenticity. Verify holo pattern shimmer and rainbow Pokedex numbering; check font consistency on rarity symbol and text; fakes often have blurry artwork or incorrect card stock thickness; use graded/graded pop reports and UV light for blacklight features; cross-reference with official scan databases like Pokedata.io

Sources: sportscardinvestor.com, stockx.com, alt.xyz, tcgplayer.com, pricecharting.com

Card details

Name: Sylveon VMAX
Game: Pokémon
Set: Evolving Skies (212/203)
Number: 212/203
Year: 2021
Rarity: Secret Rare
Variant: Alt Art
Language: English
Manufacturer: Pokemon Company
Illustrator: Toira Akitsu
Identification: Matched on eBay
Certificate: #81433ACAACD2
Graded on: May 11, 2026
Views: 134

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