Black Label BGS 10 Ivysaur 151 Master Ball Reverse Holo

Product Description: Ivysaur (Master Ball Reverse Holo) - BGS 10 Black Label

The Ivysaur Master Ball Reverse Holo in a BGS 10 Black Label is a true "grail" for fans of the Bulbasaur evolutionary line. Hailing from the historic Japanese Pokémon Card 151 (SV2a) set, this card is not merely a collectible—it is a mathematically perfect specimen of one of the rarest parallel variants in modern Pokémon history.

The Card: Ivysaur (002/165)

In the 151 set, the "Master Ball" holofoil pattern is the most elusive rarity tier for non-Ultra Rare cards.

• Scarcity: You are only guaranteed one Master Ball holo per booster box (spanning 153 possible cards). Finding the specific middle-stage starter you need in this slot is a massive statistical challenge.

• Visual Identity: Unlike the standard Poké Ball reverse holo, this card features the iconic "M" logo and circular Master Ball motif embedded in the foil, creating a deep, premium shimmer.

The Grade: BGS 10 "Black Label"

While many cards achieve a "Gem Mint" status, the Beckett Black Label is the highest possible grade in the industry. It signifies that the card is "Pristine" across every measurable sub-category

The Perfect 10 Scorecard:

• Centering: 10 (Zero tilt or offset; perfectly balanced borders)

• Edges: 10 (Flawless factory cut with no white "nicking")

• Corners: 10 (Microscopically sharp points)

• Surface: 10 (No "print lines"—a common defect in the 151 set—and zero scratches)

Why collectors chase the Black Label: Beckett (BGS) is significantly stricter than other grading companies. A Black Label card typically commands a 3x to 10x price premium over a standard PSA 10 because of its verified physical perfection.

Investment Profile

• The "Middle Child" Rarity: Middle-stage evolutions like Ivysaur are often overlooked during initial pack openings, leading to lower overall grading populations compared to Bulbasaur or Venusaur.

• Condition Rarity: The 151 Master Ball set is notorious for "vertical print lines." Achieving a 10 Surface grade is the most difficult hurdle, making Black Labels for this set exceptionally rare.

• Presentation: Encased in the heavy-duty, UV-protected Beckett slab with the prestigious metallic black label.