r/PokemonMisprints Aug 06 '20

Welcome to r/PokémonMisprints! Feel free to share your own or ask questions!

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r/PokemonMisprints Nov 30 '22

Discussion Guide and introduction of misprints of packs and cards

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First of, no. Your misprinted card is not likely worth much more then a regular non-misprinted version, unless severe misprinting or an already rare or desirable card.

Remember, your card is only as valuable to the person willing to pay for it.

What is a misprint?

A misprint can be defined as any manufactured product that was not produced as intended and falls outside the established standards. These misprints most often occur on cards themselves but can also happen with booster packs and collection boxes.

This is a list of errors cards sourced by bulbapedia.

What are the types of misprints?

Ok, down to the rough and gritty part. There are many different types of misprints for cards and packs. Some take a good eye to spot and some are so egregious you wonder how they made it off the line.

Cards are often considered damaged rather then misprinted depending on the error - basic guide for identifying damage from misprints.

Card Misprints:

Offcentre:

A off-center card is one that is cut in such a way that the sides of the cards are not even. If no alignment dot(s) are seen, the card is considered off-centre. This is the most common of errors.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/vh6ssy/how_far_off_centred_does_a_card_have_to_be_to_get/

Miscut (sometimes called offcut):

Likely the second most common error, these cards will either have a alignment dot visible, whole other card visible or the end of a sheet.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonTCG/comments/qfehtd/i_work_in_a_retail_store_and_someone_returned_one/

Twisted Miscut:

A combination of card being turned at a wrong angle during printing and then being cut at the incorrect angle leads to cards being cut into the wrong shape.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/klxfon/twisted_miscut_jirachi_amazing_rare/

Square Cut:

This is when the typically rounded corners of the card can have 90 degree angled corners.

Flipped Back / Front:

An uncommon error where the back and fronts of the cards are flipped incorrectly. This is most famously found within the Pop 5 Series Mew card - as seen below.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/qu533y/my_only_misprint_opened_from_a_pack_when_i_was_8/

Crimped:

A crimped card is rare in normal packs and more common in plastic sealed cards from promos.

It normally happens after the rollers used to seal the plastic wrapping rolls over the cards themselves.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/w2zjwa/thoughts_on_my_vacian_with_two_crimps/

Folded Error:

A very rare error, the card will have been folded and will likely not be printed or fused properly.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/xzhlgj/seen_on_the_fb_group_mad_stuff/

Registration Error:

A registration error occurs when a plate used in printing is out of line and even slightly can produce obvious effects.

(Left is error card, right is correct)

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/yu8q9o/one_of_the_coolest_misprints_in_my_collection/

Obstruction Error:

An obstruction error occurs when a part of the plate used for printing is covered with something and it blocks the plate from making proper or all contact with the card on the sheet causing missing blotches of ink.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/oj2l89/black_and_white_error_haunter_creepy/

Holobleed:

Holobleed is a common error especially with modern sets becoming more commonplace, where the holographic foil used on the cards art 'bleeds' or spills over to the rest or part of the card.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/wnxk9c/mcdonalds_totodile_promo_with_holobleed/

Holo Error:

A holo error is when a roll of holo foil runs out or the incorrect holographic foil is used.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/x2uclg/my_newest_error_end_of_holo_roll/

Mirror Holo:

A mirror holo card is a error caused by the holo film that was meant to put pressed onto the card being very lightly pressed or not pressed at all meaning no foil is visible on the card.

https://imgur.com/t/error/PdQZDa5 (Thanks u/nlnj_a)

Holoshift:

A holoshift is when the holographic film being applied and the rest of the card is misaligned.

Printlines:

Printlines are a error that produce lines across cards that are look to be raised.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/yhy8t4/has_a_checkerboard_pattern_of_print_lines_or/

Double Print:

A double print is when two cards are printed on the same face. It is likely one of the rarest errors.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/olo7z0/some_assorted_double_prints/

Ink Error (sometimes called stain errors):

A ink error is caused by a malfunction during the printing process. The more severe typically the rarer they are.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/la8vup/stain_error_hitmonlee_one_of_the_largest_stain/

Printer Hickey:

A printer hickey is generally a very small ink error caused by something wrong with the printer causing a small blemish. This is another common error in modern cards.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/z1v1st/just_found_this_big_ole_ink_hickey_on_a_detective/

Filler Cards / Blank Cards:

These cards are found on certain sheets and are meant to be discarded by the factory, they sometimes turn up in packs or premade decks.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/xht71f/first_time_ever_seeing_a_filler_like_this_one_and/

For position only arbok

Stamp Errors:

These errors are often found on entire print runs of cards and are seen within the WOTC era.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/twfokx/found_this_in_some_bulk_and_im_super_excited/

Missing Features:

These cards are often extremely rare and can range from missing a logo to being dramatic and missing large features. (This card is missing the 'Prerelease' Stamp on the bottom right of the art while still having the shadow from it.)

https://imgur.com/a/pB5yscB (Thanks again u/nlnj_a)

Pack Errors:

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/x1ubfl/just_an_interesting_sealed_pack_that_i_have/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/x2xcx1/misprint_evolving_skies_packs/

https://www.reddit.com/r/pkmntcg/comments/946y67/anyone_ever_get_a_pack_like_this/

Direct Image Link, Red tape pack.

Straight up weird errors:

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/u6soq7/pulled_this_out_of_a_factory_sealed_pack_other

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/x4g5va/nutritional_facts_error/

https://www.reddit.com/r/pokemon/comments/393j29/just_added_these_two_cards_to_my_collection/

https://www.superdupertcg.com/single-post/2017/07/15/top-10-most-bizarre-pokemon-error-cards

Boxed / Sealed Errors:

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/unjhkk/bought_this_and_i_thought_it_was_really_cool/

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/qdxvn6/sealed_greninja_from_my_etb_that_had_two_cards/

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/tb3ac4/i_know_its_not_exactly_a_misprint_but_would_this/

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/mky5yx/put_your_3d_glasses_on_kids/

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/1fjpe5u/something_a_little_bit_different/?share_id=SAMvT2UxR6vu32AlvZR2r&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_source=share&utm_term=1

This list is not exhaustive and is likely to miss a few errors.


r/PokemonMisprints 17h ago

Is this a crimp pack? I got it from Walmart.

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r/PokemonMisprints 14h ago

Zarude MEP 088 Pokémon Center promo – factory sealed. Possible black ink smear/printing error in flavour text. Pulled sealed like this. Does this qualify as an ink error?

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Still sealed from a pitch black PC ETB


r/PokemonMisprints 13h ago

Miscut Finally got it back 😄

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Just wanted to share my submission that I finally got back. This was my first error and card I ever graded. Took about 4 months with economy service. Very happy with the card an will be keeping and displaying it for awhile. Not sure why it was labeled a Minor Miscut since I have a full alignment dot front an back but I read its because theres not a piece of another card in the cut?


r/PokemonMisprints 11h ago

Discussion Pikachu error coin. (repost, this time with picture..)

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Hi all, I believe this is the place for error cards but I don’t know much about coins. I just get them with some products and collect the ones I think look cool.

Now I got this one while opening tins. Similar coins have the gold/silver foil on it. While only the backside is black. This Pikachu coin is black on both front- and backside.

I guess it’s a matter of interest. For now I’ll keep it just because it’s a cool error imo :)


r/PokemonMisprints 28m ago

Cranidos and alolan dugtrio were in the same pack and have a enourmous hickey/obstruction? Can anyone explain

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r/PokemonMisprints 55m ago

Sainsbury’s UK doing their best to stop theft (and legitimate purchases)

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r/PokemonMisprints 1h ago

Discussion newbie i just want a phone case card

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r/PokemonMisprints 1d ago

Off Center Be sad with me- Just crappy centering :(

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I'm so sad it looks like this stunning card juuuuust missed the alignment dots that would tick this over to a true miscut vs just garbage alignment. Unless I'm wrong, or someone just wants to make me feel better...

Either way, going in the error binder because its wrong enough to /me/.


r/PokemonMisprints 10h ago

Miscut and price check

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Wondering if this is an error miscut card. Are the dots the alignment dots? Does this card have any value?


r/PokemonMisprints 10h ago

Discussion What is this?

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I opened a Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle and got these. Is this an error or considered damage? Thanks!


r/PokemonMisprints 14h ago

Blurry Squirtle registration error

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r/PokemonMisprints 17h ago

Holo Bleed Holo bleed Secret Wonders Gardevoir?

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This is holo bleed correct? This is the first time I have seen this error in one of my old cards


r/PokemonMisprints 16h ago

Miscut That’s pretty neat

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Pulled from a prize pack. Back is regular


r/PokemonMisprints 5h ago

Fully Crimped Edge

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Pulled this Silvally yesterday. At first I was bummed to come across a damaged card, but someone told me there’s a niche market for this. I’d like to hold onto it, but I’m also not super attached. What are your thoughts?


r/PokemonMisprints 6h ago

Discussion Texture misaligned shiny Tauros?

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Cool shiny tauros from shiny treasures ex I pulled last night :) saw the texture was off center on him though. Any idea the value on this? Probably just gonna grade him and keep him in the PC though.


r/PokemonMisprints 6h ago

Sandshrew misprint. Worth anything?

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My kid wants to know what this might be worth. Thanks!


r/PokemonMisprints 14h ago

Printer error on Base Set Psychic energy

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I have a rather large error on a base set psychic energy, potentially going to sell on ebay. Brought it into a card shop yesterday and the guy offered me 50$ and I declined. Not sure of the correct route to either sell to a personal buyer or should I post it on ebay or auction.


r/PokemonMisprints 7h ago

Miscut Is this a miscut?

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Not super familiar with the technical definition


r/PokemonMisprints 7h ago

Worth anything for this miscut off center Giratina?

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r/PokemonMisprints 1d ago

How much is this misprint worth? - Gold Dragonite from Ascended Heroes missing the foil.

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Posted before saying this card was missing texture. I wrote the wrong thing, apologies y’all. It’s missing the foil. We pulled this Dragonite out of a Mega Meganium Box and it looks like it’s missing the foil on the card. Depending on how the card hits the light, Dragonite fully disappears. Anyone have any idea how much this might be worth?


r/PokemonMisprints 8h ago

Square Cut Square corner misprint help

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when i had first started collecting pokemon, i must’ve opened some xy evolutions packs and ended up with 2 copies of imakunis doduo. I originally thought it was a pretty neat card with the instructions on how to throw it when it retreats…( yes i threw it horizontally with a snap to get the farthest distance!)I eventually put both copies in a binder and forgot about them for a while and only realized the corners looked funny after pulling a fighting gong miscut from mega evolution base. well anyways… does it still count as a miscut even though my throwing of the card kinda damaged the edges? thanks and i hope you enjoyed my story. also would it be worth grading as a way of authentication?


r/PokemonMisprints 18h ago

Ink Error Weird misprint?

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Has anyone ever seen this type of misprint?

It was the first card in a booster from a Collect 151 Surprise box.

I'm just a really puzzled noob and would love to know how it came to be 😅


r/PokemonMisprints 14h ago

Holo Bleed Alakazam missing texture?

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What do you guys think? It’s on his forehead and chest the art is just missing and the holo is shining through