Pokémon Team Rocket's Giovanni Special Illustration Rare 238/182 – Destined Rivals – ACE 10 Graded Card

Pokémon Team Rocket's Giovanni Special Illustration Rare 238/182 – Destined Rivals – ACE 10 Graded Card

Ace Grading – Gem Mint 10

Up for sale is a Pokémon Team Rocket's Giovanni Special Illustration Rare (238/182) from the Destined Rivals expansion, professionally graded ACE 10 (Gem Mint).

Numbered 238/182, this card sits beyond the standard set list, marking it as a premium Special Illustration Rare chase card. Special Illustration Rare cards are among the most desirable pulls in modern Pokémon expansions, featuring detailed full-art scenes, textured finishes and strong collector demand.

Giovanni, the notorious leader of Team Rocket, is one of the most recognisable villains in the Pokémon franchise. Cards featuring iconic characters from the Pokémon storyline often carry strong nostalgic appeal, particularly among long-time collectors.

The Special Illustration Rare artwork captures Giovanni in a dramatic full-art scene that highlights the villainous aesthetic associated with Team Rocket. This premium presentation gives the card exceptional display presence when preserved in a professional slab.

An ACE 10 grade confirms Gem Mint condition, representing exceptional centring, flawless surface quality, sharp corners and clean edges.

Professionally graded in the UK by ACE Grading, the card is sealed in an official tamper-evident protective slab to preserve its pristine condition long-term. A standout addition for collectors building Destined Rivals master sets, Team Rocket collections, or high-grade Special Illustration Rare portfolios.

Key Details

Card Name: Team Rocket's Giovanni
Set: Destined Rivals
Card Number: 238/182
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare (SIR)
Grade: ACE 10 (Gem Mint)
Grading Company: ACE Grading (UK)
Language: English
Condition: Professionally slabbed and authenticated

Why You’ll Love It

• Premium Special Illustration Rare full-art design
• Features the iconic Team Rocket leader Giovanni
• Strong nostalgia from the Pokémon storyline
• ACE 10 Gem Mint condition
• Official UK grading
• Great addition to villain or character collections
• Securely listed and shipped by Radiant Cards

Packaging & Shipping

Your card will be carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery and will arrive in the exact graded condition shown.

Shipped securely from the UK by Radiant Cards using protective packaging to maintain slab integrity during transit.