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Dark Wartortle 46/82 Team Rocket (TR) PSA 8

Dark Wartortle 46/82 Team Rocket (TR) PSA 8

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Dark Wartortle #46/82 — Pokémon Team Rocket Set (2000) — PSA 8 NM-MT

The Pokémon Team Rocket set isn't just another WOTC expansion — it rewrote the rulebook. Released in April 2000, it introduced the Dark Pokémon mechanic — corrupted, villain-controlled versions of beloved Gen I species rendered with brooding, black-bordered artwork that no prior set had attempted. Dark Wartortle 46/82 is that concept distilled into a single Uncommon slab: Wartortle — Blastoise's direct pre-evolution, one of the most recognized Pokémon in franchise history — reimagined through Team Rocket's sinister lens, illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno, with the signature Stage 1 Water-type stat block and the punishing Mirror Shell ability.

  • Set significance: The Team Rocket set was the fifth main expansion of the Pokémon TCG and the first to introduce Dark-type Pokémon, holofoil Trainer and Energy cards, and the genre-defining Secret Rare card slot — structural innovations that still govern the hobby today.
  • Card specs: #46/82, Uncommon rarity, Stage 1 Water-type, 60 HP, artwork by Kagemaru Himeno — Unlimited edition.
  • PSA pop (Unlimited): 784 total graded copies. Only 69 hold PSA 10 and 245 hold PSA 9 — meaning the PSA 8 tier at 219 copies represents the practical sweet spot for collectors: certified near-mint condition at realistic acquisition cost, well above the grade cliff where value drops.
  • Grade quality: PSA 8 (NM-MT) — four crisp corners, strong centering, full gloss, zero creasing. A clean, confident slab.

Vintage WOTC Pokémon slabs in the PSA 8 tier have proven to be the most liquid graded tier in the hobby — high enough to matter, accessible enough to move. Dark Wartortle in PSA 8 is a purpose-built Blastoise-line set builder, a clean Team Rocket Unlimited collection anchor, and a 25-year-old piece of Pokémon TCG history locked behind authenticated plastic. If you're chasing the full Team Rocket run or completing every Wartortle stage across the WOTC era, this slab closes the gap.

Available at Collector Station, Easley, SC. Local pickup available. All sales final. Shipping damage must be reported within 48 hours of delivery with photos.

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  • Standard shipping — $5.99 USPS Ground Advantage / First-Class. Typically 2–5 business days from Easley, SC. Tracked.
  • Express (Priority Mail) — $12.99 USPS Priority Mail. Typically 1–3 business days. Tracked.
  • Free Express Lane pickup at the store Order online, choose Express Lane Pickup at checkout, pull up to the drive-through window at 210 E Main St, Easley, SC. Same-day staging during open hours.
  • All sales final — no returns or refunds Sealed wax, raw singles, and graded slabs are non-returnable. Damage in transit? Notify us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we'll resolve via replacement at our discretion. Full policy.

Ships from Collector Station, 210 E Main St, Easley, SC 29640. Most orders ship within 1 business day.

  • Ships from Easley, SC Most orders ship within 1 business day. Tracked.
  • Express Lane pickup Drive-through window. Same-day staging during open hours.
  • Authentic & sourced right Sealed wax from authorized distributors. Slabs photographed in-house.
  • Trade or sell us this Text (864) 523-7071 for an offer.

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How fast does this ship?

Most orders ship from Easley, SC within 1 business day. Tracked. Express Lane drive-through pickup available same-day during store hours.

Is this product authentic and from authorized sources?

Yes — sealed wax is sourced from authorized distributors. Slabs are direct from the grading company. Raw singles are pulled from sealed product or vetted submissions.

Can I trade or sell something similar to you?

Yes — text +1-864-616-2820 with details and we will get back with a buy or trade offer.

What is your return policy?

All sales are final — no returns, refunds, or exchanges. Trading cards, sealed product, slabs, memorabilia, and apparel are non-returnable by nature. If a shipment is damaged in transit, notify us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we will resolve via replacement at our discretion. Full policy at /policies/refund-policy.