Pokémon - 1 Card - Blaine 17 - WOTC - Gym Challenge

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This excellent-condition English Pokémon holographic Trainer card features Blaine, is numbered 17/132, and comes from the 2000 Gym Challenge set.

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Pokémon - Blaine Holo - 17/132 - Rare Holo - Gym Challenge (2000) - English Language - WOTC Vintage First Generation
Description:
Up for auction is one of the most iconic and highly collected holographic Trainer cards in the entire vintage era: Blaine Holo, numbered 17/132 and taken from the historic and beloved Gym Challenge set (2000).
This card celebrates the famous Gym Leader of Cinnabar Island, who specializes in Fire-type Pokémon. The official artwork bears the legendary signature of master artist Ken Sugimori and is enhanced by an exceptionally vivid, starry mirror holographic background (Cosmo Holo), accented with stylized warm flames framing the character. The holographic Gym Leader Trainer cards from the Gym Heroes and Gym Challenge sets are considered among the most fascinating collectibles of the entire Wizards of the Coast era, both for their immense nostalgic value tied to the first Game Boy games and for their rarity on the international market.
Card specifications:
• Card name: Blaine (Trainer)
• Set: Gym Challenge
• Card number: 17/132
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Language: English
• Release year: 2000
• Manufacturer: Wizards of the Coast (WOTC)
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
Card condition: Excellent Please note our strict grading standards compared with other sellers on other platforms.

Seller's Story

Itta Brandi Sauro – Tradition and Evolution since 1990 Brandi Sauro, founded in the early 1990s, has established itself as a leading entity in the sector of tobacco and high-quality gift items, standing out for the quality of the selected products and for its customer focus. For over twenty-five years, the company has been a point of reference for enthusiasts and collectors, thanks to an extensive and curated catalog that included: Cigar and cigarette cases made from wood and precious materials. Design and collectible lighters. Refined objects for smokers and lovers of classic style Elegant and customizable gift ideas. Thanks to extensive distribution and solid relationships with qualified suppliers, Ditta Brandi Sauro has managed to become a recognized brand over the years for reliability, taste, and artisanal tradition. Since 2018, the company has embarked on a path of expansion and renewal, adding a new branch dedicated to the world of equivalent perfumes and high-end products, alongside a collection of fine bottles. This strategic choice further enhanced the brand by combining the experience gained in the trade of elegant and collectible items with new market trends, capable of attracting a broader and more diverse audience. Today, Ditta Brandi Sauro is synonymous with: Tradition, with an important heritage of historical stock and vintage items related to tobacco and gifts. Innovation, thanks to the inclusion of the perfume sector and luxury bottles. Quality and style, values that accompany every commercial and market positioning choice.
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Pokémon - Blaine Holo - 17/132 - Rare Holo - Gym Challenge (2000) - English Language - WOTC Vintage First Generation
Description:
Up for auction is one of the most iconic and highly collected holographic Trainer cards in the entire vintage era: Blaine Holo, numbered 17/132 and taken from the historic and beloved Gym Challenge set (2000).
This card celebrates the famous Gym Leader of Cinnabar Island, who specializes in Fire-type Pokémon. The official artwork bears the legendary signature of master artist Ken Sugimori and is enhanced by an exceptionally vivid, starry mirror holographic background (Cosmo Holo), accented with stylized warm flames framing the character. The holographic Gym Leader Trainer cards from the Gym Heroes and Gym Challenge sets are considered among the most fascinating collectibles of the entire Wizards of the Coast era, both for their immense nostalgic value tied to the first Game Boy games and for their rarity on the international market.
Card specifications:
• Card name: Blaine (Trainer)
• Set: Gym Challenge
• Card number: 17/132
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Language: English
• Release year: 2000
• Manufacturer: Wizards of the Coast (WOTC)
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
Card condition: Excellent Please note our strict grading standards compared with other sellers on other platforms.

Seller's Story

Itta Brandi Sauro – Tradition and Evolution since 1990 Brandi Sauro, founded in the early 1990s, has established itself as a leading entity in the sector of tobacco and high-quality gift items, standing out for the quality of the selected products and for its customer focus. For over twenty-five years, the company has been a point of reference for enthusiasts and collectors, thanks to an extensive and curated catalog that included: Cigar and cigarette cases made from wood and precious materials. Design and collectible lighters. Refined objects for smokers and lovers of classic style Elegant and customizable gift ideas. Thanks to extensive distribution and solid relationships with qualified suppliers, Ditta Brandi Sauro has managed to become a recognized brand over the years for reliability, taste, and artisanal tradition. Since 2018, the company has embarked on a path of expansion and renewal, adding a new branch dedicated to the world of equivalent perfumes and high-end products, alongside a collection of fine bottles. This strategic choice further enhanced the brand by combining the experience gained in the trade of elegant and collectible items with new market trends, capable of attracting a broader and more diverse audience. Today, Ditta Brandi Sauro is synonymous with: Tradition, with an important heritage of historical stock and vintage items related to tobacco and gifts. Innovation, thanks to the inclusion of the perfume sector and luxury bottles. Quality and style, values that accompany every commercial and market positioning choice.
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Details

Condition
Excellent (EX)
Type
Card
Character
Blaine
Series/era
WOTC
Set
Gym Challenge
Number of objects
1
Trading card game / Theme
Pokémon
Publisher
Pokémon
Card number
17
Language
English
ItalyVerified
878
Objects sold
99.5%
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