Palkia VSTAR 208/189

Palkia VSTAR 208/189 comes from Astral Radiance, the set that brought the Hisui region into the Sword and Shield era. This is the Origin Forme of Palkia, the Legendary Pokemon famous for its role in the Sinnoh story, here reimagined in its altered shape.

The card carries a Gold Secret Rare finish. Because the card number (208) sits above the set total (189), this is a secret rare, a card slotted in beyond the main numbered list and printed in a polished gold treatment. VSTAR cards represent the VSTAR mechanic from this era, a single powerful Pokemon with a once-per-game VSTAR Power, and the gold version is the premium way to collect one.

Collectors look for this card for the combination of a Legendary Pokemon, the gold secret rare styling and its place as one of the chase cards of Astral Radiance. It sits comfortably in a Palkia line-up or a set of gold secret rares.

Condition and authenticity

This card meets Monster Mart's Mint condition standard:

• Corners: No visible fraying or whitening
• Edges: Smooth and clean, no silvering
• Surface: Free of scratches, dents, creases or smudges
• Centering: Within 60/40 front limit

Every card is authenticated and thoroughly inspected by Monster Mart, and ships tracked from Brisbane in protective sleeves and rigid holders.