But if you do want to play a card like Pot of Greed, Shard of Greed is the next best thing
Both are the same thickness
Always remember that every authentic Pokmon card has the exact same back, no matter when it was printed (despite specific exceptions like Trainer Packs, World Championship Cards, and so on)
Pros Detailed sub-grades (centering, corners, edges, surface) The legendary Black Label Pristine 10 is one of the most valuable grades in the hobby Cons Very harsh grading High cost, especially with sub-grades Less liquid than PSA for Pokmon cards Price Estimate: 3040 per card (with sub-grades) The European & AI Challengers: The Smart Choice Best Grading Service Europe 2026 PCA (France - The Local Leader) European grading companies focus on lower costs, faster returns, and modern slab design
Thats the benefit of being a Basic Pokemon
Doing so also lets you draw three cards, keeping your hand full and your Pokemon ready to attack