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Newest first. About sets and their rarities, buying, collecting and keeping sealed. 117 articles.
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JapanesePrismatic Evolutions or Terastal Festival ex? The differences at a glance
Terastal Festival ex (SV8a) is the Japanese version of Prismatic Evolutions. Release dates, box structure, the guaranteed SAR per box, Master Ball and God Pack compared, and which one to buy.
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BuyingInsured shipping of Pokémon cards: how to arrange it
Insured shipping of Pokémon cards and sealed boxes: who bears the risk, what PostNL registered or insured costs and how to pack safely?
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JapaneseKid-friendly Japanese Pokémon sets: what suits your child?
Which Japanese Pokémon set suits your child? Advice by age, buying safely in the Netherlands, agreements about trading and Japanese gift alternatives.
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BuyingDelivery times at a Pokémon webshop: what you can really expect
How long does a Pokémon order take? How to read delivery times, pre-orders and your rights, and when to order for Sinterklaas and Christmas.
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BuyingChinese Pokémon cards: what are they worth and which sets are there?
Chinese Pokémon cards are official cards with their own sets, such as Gem Pack and Collect 151. Find out what they're worth, how they differ from Japanese and English cards, and how to spot...
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JapaneseAvailability of Japanese boxes: where do you buy them sealed?
Find out where to buy sealed Japanese booster boxes, compare import webshops and Dutch stores, and see direct options and the right of withdrawal.
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BuyingBuying second-hand sealed Pokémon: the risks and how to avoid them
Buy second-hand sealed Pokémon products with more confidence. Check authenticity, the factory seal, damage and payment safety with practical checks.
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BuyingHow to recognize a trustworthy Pokémon webshop in the Netherlands: these are the signs
This is how you recognize a trustworthy Pokémon webshop in the Netherlands: check the KvK number, the business details, the payment options and the delivery time, and buy online with more confidence.
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JapaneseImporting Pokémon cards from Japan: how to do it from the Netherlands
Ordering Japanese Pokémon cards from the Netherlands? Find out who handles customs clearance, how the €3 import duty and 21% VAT work, and avoid extra costs on delivery.
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BuyingHow many booster boxes are in a Pokémon case?
How many booster boxes are in a Pokémon case? English cases usually hold 6, 8 or 12 boxes, Japanese cases 12 or 20, and here is how to check your delivery.
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JapaneseThe most expensive Japanese Pokémon cards
The most expensive cards from all our top 10s side by side: from vintage Charizard, Gengar and Eevee promos to the top cards from recent sets. With links to every list per set and...
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JapaneseWhat is your Japanese Pokémon card worth?
How to look up the value of a Japanese Pokémon card yourself: read the set code and rarity, compare sold prices on PriceCharting and Cardmarket, use scanning apps wisely, assess the condition and decide...
