TCGAI.PRO Aquali V 2021 · Evolving Skies · #172/203
8.5 Near Mint-Mint+
Cen
9
Cor
8.5
Edg
9
Sur
10
Hold
Aquali V card, TCGAI Score 8.5

Certificate #357C6490B95D · Pokémon

Aquali V

Evolving Skies · #172/203 · 2021

Near Mint-Mint+ Hold

Hold. Often worth as much raw. Keep it or sell it raw.

Estimate, not an official grade.

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Condition report

Each check is scored out of 10 on both sides. The lowest one caps the TCGAI Score.

Front No flaws
Back No flaws
50 50 50 50
Back 50/50 L/R · 50/50 T/B

Estimated by the AI from the photo. Borders drawn wider than real so the offset shows.

Sub-grades out of 10, front and back
Check Front Back
Centering 9 10
Corners 10 8.5
Edges 10 9
Surface 10 10
Whitening 10 9
Holo / foil 10 10

Limited by Corners 8.5 barely visible specks on two corners

What the AI found

Flaws visible at the photo's resolution. A grader under magnification may find more. Marks on the photos show the area named, not an exact spot.

No defects listed at this photo resolution.

What this card sells for

An estimate from recent listings, not an appraisal. Prices in USD.

Graded

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No comparable graded sales

Raw, ungraded

$54.96

$39.99 – $79.90 · 3 listings

Grading premium

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Graded average over raw average

Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot. Muestra insuficiente (graded=0, validListings=5, mínimo=5). Rango estimado con baja confianza.

Reference image for Aquali V

Reference used to identify the card

The card was matched against this image from eBay. It only confirms which card it is; the grade comes from your photos.

Carte Pokémon Aquali V 172/203 Full Art EB07 - Évolution Céleste NEUF FR

About this card

Background compiled from public web sources. Check it before you buy or sell.

Market outlook

Declining Outlook 5/10

Raw NM prices dropped -6.1% in last 30 days and -6.6% recently amid post-hype correction for Evolving Skies set[2].

Next months. Stable to slight decline; raw under $20, graded holds $40-50.

Long term. Stable for graded 10 due to nostalgia; raw remains affordable long-term hold.

History

Vaporeon is a Water-type Pokémon, the evolved form of Eevee using a Water Stone, first introduced in Generation I (Pokémon Red and Blue, 1996). Known as Aquali in French localizations, it is an aquatic mermaid-like Pokémon with a sleek blue body, fins, and the ability to melt into water and swim at 60 knots[3][5].

First released in the Pokémon Sword & Shield: Evolving Skies set on August 27, 2021, in English; French version printed concurrently as part of the global multilingual release[4].

  • Full Art Ultra Rare variant features stunning artwork highlighting Vaporeon's aquatic elegance.
  • As a Pokémon V card, it awards 2 Prize cards when Knocked Out.
  • Part of the popular Evolving Skies set, one of the most sought-after Sword & Shield expansions with 369 total cards[3].

Rarity and print run

Tier
Ultra Rare
Print run
High
First printed in
Sword & Shield: Evolving Skies
Demand
Medium
Supply
High
  • Positioned late in set at 172/203, part of full art V lineup in chase-heavy Evolving Skies.
  • No special stamps or secret rare variants known.
  • High pull rates typical of Ultra Rares in Sword & Shield era.

Collector notes

Condition. Check for centering issues on holo pattern, surface scratches on full art print, edge whitening, and print lines common in Evolving Skies full arts; inspect for rainbow foil centering typical of Ultra Rares.

Storage. Use semi-rigid top loaders or magnetic holders with cardboard inserts; store in cool, dry environment away from sunlight to prevent holo oxidation.

Authenticity. Verify holo pattern alignment and black market line consistency; genuine French cards have precise 'Aquali V' text font and no blurry artwork; cross-check serial number via official Pokémon database or graded/graded population reports.

Sources: doubleinfinitygaming.com, sportscardinvestor.com, coleka.com, pricecharting.com, tcgplayer.com

Card details

Name
Aquali V
Game
Pokémon
Set
Evolving Skies (EB07)
Number
172/203
Year
2021
Rarity
Ultra Rare
Variant
Full Art
Language
French
Manufacturer
Pokemon Company
Illustrator
5ban Graphics
Identification
Matched on eBay
Certificate
#357C6490B95D
Graded on
Apr 30, 2026
Views
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