The card available for sale is the Pokémon KOREAN language variant created by Wizards of the Coast (WOTC) in 1999-2000.  This card showcases the traditional Japanese ‘COSMOS’ holofoil pattern, rather than the customary English ’STARLIGHT’ holofoil pattern used during the Base, Jungle, and Fossil Set original print runs from 1999-2000.  

 

Some collectors chase after the Cosmos holofoil aesthetic due to the unique and non-standardized patterns that tend to develop.  Additionally, Cosmos holo cards will occasionally include distinct Special Features in the form of Swirls and Crosses (X-shaped) within their holo patterns.

 

The statistical occurrence of just one Swirl or Cross (X) being present and visible ranges from uncommon to rare as most cards don't display either one.  This rarity can be exponentially increased when multiple of these Cosmos holo special features happen to be visible on the same card.  

 

Using some creativity, the Pokémon character artwork may even appear to "interact" with these Cosmos holo special features; however, this claim is typically subjective and depends on each person. Examples: Pokémon standing on a Cross (X Marks the Spot) or standing on a Swirl (Bullseye); Pokémon spitting, firing, or grabbing a Swirl.

 

Statistically, based on PSA's public Pokémon card population reports, these foreign (non-English) language variants are significantly harder to acquire than the renowned and adored original English Base, Jungle, and Fossil set cards.

 

 

 

 

Shipping Concerns:

 

Domestic (USA):  

Tracked shipping is $5 for all purchases under $100; at the $100 purchase mark within one order, it will be included for free. For efficiency, multiple listings should be purchased within one order to ensure only one $5 shipping charge is applied.  This promotion is intended for usage of Combined Shipping in the event of multiple items being purchased.  If this shipping discount isn't applied automatically, please notify me before completing payment.

 

 

International (non-USA): 

I'm happy to create a single, inclusive listing that combines multiple auctions and/or purchases together within a singular Item ID to prevent extraneous wasteful international shipping charges.  Contact me with the items you would like to combine once you are prepared to complete payment.

 

 

All resolutions and remedies will always aim to favor the buyer.

Feel free to contact me.