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Sealed Pokémon Team Rocket 1st Edition Booster Box

Asset value
30.250,00 €
Earning potential
26.11%
Splints left
605/605
Investment horizon in years
4-6
Return-to-Risk Assessment
6/10
Performance since release
+0.0%

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Main reasons to invest

  • Return Potential📈: An investment of €500 could reach an estimated value of €2,011 in 6 years.

  • Cost-to-Return Ratio⚖️: With just 2.0% annual total costs, your net profit could be 26.1% per year.

  • Nostalgia Sealed In a Box 📦: For many collectors, the Team Rocket 1st Edition Booster Box is a childhood memory frozen in time. From the bold artwork to the iconic set list, it evokes pure emotion. Owning this box isn’t about flipping cards—it's about holding onto a piece of TCG history few others still can.

Description

Investment Thesis 📝
 
Metric Value
Investment Horizon 4–6 Years
Expected CAGR (Balanced) 26.1% p.a. (net)
Optimistic CAGR 37.0% p.a. (net)
Entry Discount 11.7% below fair value (post-fees)
Sharpe Ratio 0.69 (vs. SMI: 0.61)
Value at Risk (VaR) 88.05% probability to exceed the release value after 6 years
Standard Deviation 37.6%
Risk Rating B (7.6/10 – Moderate Risk)
 
  • 4–6 Year Horizon: Targets long-term value growth based on sealed Pokémon box dynamics and consistent nostalgia-driven demand.
  • 26.1% CAGR (Balanced): Based on applying 15% of historical average CAGR over the past 1.5 years for this asset class.
  • 37.0% CAGR (Optimistic): Reflects potential if vintage Pokémon market trends persist across key anniversaries and market cycles.
  • ~11.7% Entry Discount: Compared to fair value using recent Splint Invest releases and CardLadder Pokémon market data.
  • Sharpe Ratio of 0.69: Indicates healthy return-to-risk balance, outperforming traditional equity indices.
  • VaR of 88.05%: Model suggests strong downside protection with high likelihood of value preservation.
  • Standard Deviation of 37.6%: Reflects typical volatility for vintage high-demand Pokémon assets.
  • Risk Rating “B”: Balanced profile ideal for mid-term collectors and investors seeking secure exposure to nostalgic IPs.
Exit Options at Maturity 🚪
We will manage the exit strategy on behalf of our investors, ensuring the best possible outcome based on market conditions at the time. Depending on the value of the card and the prevailing market situation, we can either sell the card privately to a collector or take it to auction. Both options are carefully considered, and we will choose the one that maximizes the return for our investors.
Why Invest in This Category? 🧢
Investing in Pokémon cards is particularly timely with the franchise’s upcoming jubilee, expected to drive heightened interest and value appreciation in rare and nostalgic collectibles.
Why Invest in This Asset? 💎

Investing in a Team Rocket 1st Edition sealed booster box holds immense emotional appeal, especially for serious Pokémon collectors and nostalgia-driven investors. Released in 2000 as part of the Wizards of the Coast era, the Team Rocket set was the first to shift from Pokémon’s lighthearted tone to a darker, edgier aesthetic—introducing “evil” versions of beloved Pokémon under the control of the infamous villainous group, Team Rocket. For many, this set was their first exposure to shadowy variants like Dark Charizard, Dark Blastoise, and Dark Dragonite—cards that are not only fan favorites but also among the most iconic artworks of the early TCG era.

The booster box itself represents a frozen moment in time, untouched and full of possibility. Each of the 36 sealed packs could contain first edition holographic grails in mint condition—an increasingly rare prospect as more boxes are opened for grading, content, or personal collections. For collectors, the sealed box becomes more than just a product; it’s a time capsule of childhood wonder and the thrill of the unknown.

Emotionally, Team Rocket taps into a sense of rebellion and uniqueness. The black packaging, Team Rocket theme, and darker Pokémon designs broke the mold and made this set unforgettable. Today, the scarcity of sealed 1st Edition boxes, combined with the continued rise of graded cards like PSA 10 Dark Charizard and the broader cultural resurgence of Pokémon, makes this not just an investment—but a deeply personal and emotionally resonant acquisition for collectors worldwide.

Conclusion 🎯
Sealed vintage Pokémon products continue to define stability in an often-volatile collectibles market. With strong entry pricing, stable historical growth, and cultural significance, this box offers one of the most balanced long-term plays in the category.

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Additional details

Asset ID
274ae54b-5fff-4937-9fc8-568f1fcc6934
Trading Card Franchise
Pokémon
Era
Original Wizards of the Coast (WOTC)
Number of Cards per Pack
396 (36 Boosterpacks with 11 cards each)
Set
Team Rocket 1st Edition
Publication year
2000
PSA Grade
factory sealed and mint

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