Description:

The 1999 Disco Holo Square Cut Test Prints have transitioned from being obscure artifacts of Pokémon history to highly coveted treasures in the trading card game community. Until June 2022, little was known about these Disco Holo cards, but that changed when CGC authenticated them for the first time. Through comprehensive investigations—including infrared, UV, and X-ray fluorescence (XRF) tests—CGC discovered that the chemical elements present, such as calcium, titanium, iron, copper, and zinc, matched those of standard 1999 Base Set cards. This indicates that both the card stock and ink utilized for the Disco Holo uncut test print sheets were identical to those used in the production of the 1999 Base Set. Three key features distinguish the Disco Holo Square Cut Test Prints, making them some of the most fascinating Pokémon cards ever produced. The most notable characteristic is the distinctive “Disco” holofoil pattern, a design that CGC has identified and that has never been reproduced in any regular Pokémon card releases. Additionally, these prints have sharp, square corners, contrasting with the rounded corners typical of 1999 Base Set cards. Finally, they lack several details found on standard Base Set cards, such as the Pokémon name in the evolution box, flavor text beneath the artwork—except for Magneton—and energy symbols. It is uncommon for individual Disco Holo Square Cut cards to appear at auction, let alone a complete CGC 10 set of the 15 known Disco Holo Pokémon cards. This blend of rarity and high grading creates a unique opportunity for collectors to acquire a remarkable set of these collectible items. Moreover, this collection holds additional significance as both the Venusaur and Gyarados cards are signed by Mitsuhiro Arita, the artist behind both illustrations and one of the most renowned figures in Pokémon art. Furthermore, the Charizard card in this collection achieved a CGC 10 Pristine grade, making it the only Disco Holo Test Print card to receive such a high rating at the time of cataloging, showcasing its impeccable condition. All these factors contribute to what could be the finest complete set of Disco Holo Pokémon cards in existence.