Limited release numbers create scarcity that fuels demand
Ive been thinking that visual appearance probably matters just as much as the technical measurement for cards like this, especially now that PSA added this note to their PSA 10 grading guidelines: *Centering Note: At the graders sole discretion, a small variance may be permitted on occasion based on the cards overall eye appeal. 2025 Mega Latias ex #181 - PSA 10 Projected Gem Probability: 25% Grading notes: Top/bottom centering is slightly out of range (56/44), left/right centering also not perfect but still within 55/45
For their status as first-ever printings, 1st Editions are typically considered more desirable and valuable than their Unlimited counterparts
Shanks SR-SPC [OP13-028] (Special Card) This card depicts Shanks with his signature confident smirk, casually lounging on an ornate throne
Now remember, adulthood is just like college, just with less free pizza
These sleeves add this kind of extra protection