{"product_id":"1999-pokemon-japanese-gym-2-rocket-s-mewtwo-150-holo-bgs-9-beckett","title":"1999 Pokemon Japanese Gym 2 Rocket’s Mewtwo #150 Holo BGS 9 Beckett","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe centerpiece of the 1999 Japanese \u003cem\u003eGym 2 — Challenge from the Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e set, \u003cstrong\u003eRocket's Mewtwo #150\u003c\/strong\u003e is the crown jewel of one of Pokémon TCG's most storied WOTC-era expansions. \u003cstrong\u003eBeckett BGS 9\u003c\/strong\u003e — one grade below a pristine 9.5 — is the sweet spot that delivers a stunning slab with exceptional eye appeal and genuine vintage scarcity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe card:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rocket's Mewtwo carries the rare holofoil designation within the \u003cem\u003eChallenge from the Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e set and holds the legendary Pokédex number #150 — Mewtwo's iconic slot. \u003cstrong\u003eIt was the first Pokémon card ever printed with three attacks\u003c\/strong\u003e, requiring a uniquely compressed art window that makes the design instantly recognizable to serious collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe lore:\u003c\/strong\u003e This card puts Giovanni's most dangerous weapon on cardboard. Giovanni, leader of Team Rocket, briefly controlled Mewtwo before the Legendary cloned Psychic-type broke free and destroyed Team Rocket's headquarters — one of the defining story moments in the entire Pokémon franchise. That narrative weight lives in every copy of this card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe set:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eGym 2 — Challenge from the Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e was the sixth Japanese expansion, featuring Gym Leaders Blaine, Sabrina, Koga, and Giovanni. It also introduced Owner's Pokémon — a mechanic so beloved it is being revived in the modern era with 2025's \u003cem\u003eGlory of Team Rocket\u003c\/em\u003e set, driving renewed collector demand for the originals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarket context:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSA 10 copies of this card trade on eBay in the $200–$4,000 range depending on population and timing. A BGS 9 sits in the prime acquisition window — authenticated, slabbed, and priced below the top-pop ceiling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith Team Rocket themes surging back into the modern Pokémon TCG spotlight, this \u003cstrong\u003e1999 Japanese Gym 2 Rocket's Mewtwo #150 Holo BGS 9\u003c\/strong\u003e is the vintage anchor that belongs in any serious collection. Near-mint condition, a legendary card number, and a storyline that never gets old — this one checks every box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAvailable at Collector Station, Easley, SC. Local pickup available. \u003cstrong\u003eAll sales final.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shipping damage must be reported within 48 hours of delivery with photos.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collector Station","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51349490532604,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/1387\/2892\/files\/1C889FA3-853D-4E4B-AD10-F652F72FE1CC.jpg?v=1789843478","url":"https:\/\/thecollectorstation.com\/products\/1999-pokemon-japanese-gym-2-rocket-s-mewtwo-150-holo-bgs-9-beckett","provider":"Collector Station","version":"1.0","type":"link"}