This 2000 Pokémon Team Rocket Dark Persian #42/82 1st Edition PSA 9 Mint is a highly collectible card from one of the most iconic early Pokémon TCG expansions. The Team Rocket set introduced the popular “Dark Pokémon” concept, depicting Pokémon under the control of Team Rocket, making it a favorite among collectors and nostalgic fans of the franchise.

Graded PSA 9 Mint, this example features sharp corners, strong centering, and excellent surface quality, making it a premium addition to any graded Pokémon collection. As a 1st Edition card, it carries the distinctive “Edition 1” stamp, indicating it comes from the earliest print run of the set—an attribute that significantly increases collector demand.

Dark Persian, known for its sleek design and connection to Team Rocket’s leader Giovanni, is a memorable card from the 2000 Wizards of the Coast era. Cards from this period remain among the most desirable vintage Pokémon collectibles due to their historical significance and limited supply in high grades.

Whether you are building a PSA-graded Team Rocket set, investing in vintage 1st Edition Pokémon cards, or adding a classic WOTC-era piece to your collection, this Dark Persian PSA 9 is a strong and desirable example.

Key Features

• Set: Team Rocket (2000)

• Card Number: #42/82

• Edition: 1st Edition

• Grading Company: PSA

• Grade: 9 (Mint)

• Era: Wizards of the Coast (WOTC)

A great opportunity to own a high-grade vintage Pokémon card from the early WOTC era.