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KEY EVIDENCE 1Japanese 'Silver Leaf' back design present, confirming mid-1998 promotional distribution 2Unplayable card text (red font) confirms this as the Fan Club identification variant 3Condition includes sharp corners and lack of surface oxidation on the silver foil 4Lack of rarity symbol or set numbering is correct for this specific promotion WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY Examine the silver back under a 10x jeweler's loupe for fine surface scratches Check for vertical or horizontal print lines common in early Japanese foil cards Submit to PSA or CGC for professional grading to capitalize on the high condition CONDITION & GRADE Grading breakdown Very clean surface and edges

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In this case, Pikachu is a common card, as its rarity is a circle

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Pack per Box This product includes a number of factory-sealed packs of cards