2000 Pokemon Gym #1 Blaine's Moltres - Holo

Updated September 8, 2026

Lot number	112
Estimate	50.00 - 200.00 USD
Category	Sports & Trading Cards
Auction	Legends Never Fade: September Summer Auction
Date	September 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM CDT
Auction house	Era's End Auctions
Location	Lake Zurich, Illinois

2000 Pokemon Gym Heroes #1 Blaine's Moltres Holo Pokemon Trading Card. Highlighted by a beautiful holographic swirl prominently positioned in the upper left corner of the card, adding an especially eye-catching element to this classic vintage holo. Released as part of the beloved Gym Heroes expansion, the set introduced the memorable concept of pairing Kanto Gym Leaders with Pokemon from their teams, and Blaine's Moltres stands as one of the premier holographic cards from the release. The dramatic artwork by Ken Sugimori showcases the legendary Fire type Moltres soaring through the sky with its fiery wings spread wide, complemented beautifully by the shimmering Wizards of the Coast era holographic background. As one of the original Legendary Birds alongside Articuno and Zapdos, Moltres has remained a fan favorite since the earliest days of Pokemon, while its pairing with Cinnabar Island Gym Leader Blaine gives this card tremendous nostalgic appeal. The wonderfully placed holographic swirl adds even more visual character to an already striking card, making this example particularly appealing to collectors who seek out vintage holos with distinctive swirl patterns. Combining a legendary original 151 Pokemon, classic Gym Leader association, beautiful artwork, vintage Wizards of the Coast presentation, and an attractive holographic swirl, this Blaine's Moltres is an outstanding addition to any Gym Heroes, Legendary Pokemon, or vintage Pokemon collection.

2000 Pokemon Gym #1 Blaine's Moltres - Holo

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