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Altaria AR 194/172 Full Art – Vstar Universe – Near Mint – Japanese

Name: Altaria AR 194/172 Full Art – Vstar Universe – Near Mint – Japanese
Brand: CardNest
SKU: SGP-ALTARIA-194172-AR-FA
Price: 10.79 CAD
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About this Altaria Premium Single – Art Rare Pokémon card (194/172)

This Altaria Art Rare Pokémon card (194/172) – Near Mint – Japanese is a premium single from CardNest, an independent Canadian Pokémon card shop based in Edmonton, Alberta. The card features Altaria relaxing in a cozy room scene illustrated in the distinctive knitted style of Asako Ito, giving the artwork a soft handmade look that stands out among modern Pokémon cards.

Altaria is a Dragon and Flying-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III, evolving from Swablu and known for its cloud-like wings and gentle singing. This Art Rare card comes from the Sword & Shield – VSTAR Universe expansion, a Japanese high-class set known for its scenic illustration cards and premium artwork that many fans enjoy adding to themed binder pages.

This card is part of our Premium Singles category – reserved for special illustration, Art Rare, and full-art style Pokémon hits.

Premium Single – CardNest Art Rare – AR Near Mint – Japanese

Card details at a glance

Card: Altaria Art Rare Pokémon card (194/172)
Set: Sword & Shield – VSTAR Universe
Rarity: Art Rare – AR illustration card
Category: Premium Single – special illustration-style Pokémon card
Language: Japanese
Finish: Full-art style holo illustration with cozy interior scenery and knitted Altaria artwork by Asako Ito
Condition: Near Mint – handled carefully and stored safely in our Canadian nest
Use: Great for Altaria fans, VSTAR Universe binder pages, Art Rare collections, or people who enjoy unique illustration Pokémon cards

You will receive this exact Altaria Art Rare Pokémon card (194/172) shown in the product photos in Near Mint condition.

Condition & authenticity

We describe this Altaria Art Rare Pokémon card (194/172) as Near Mint. In our shop, that means:

Clean front and back with only very small signs of handling visible under good lighting
No bends, creases or major whitening on the edges
Holo surface checked for obvious scratches or print lines

Every single we list is 100% authentic Pokémon TCG. We manually check card stock, set symbols, numbering and print quality before adding cards to CardNest so Pokémon fans across Canada feel confident buying real Pokémon cards online.

If you enjoy special illustration cards like this Altaria, you can also browse our other singles or pair it with a Mystery Pack for an extra-fun Pokémon mail day. For a deeper breakdown of how we evaluate card condition, you can read our full Card Condition Guide.

How we package and ship this Altaria card

This Altaria premium single is placed into a sleeve before shipping.
Premium singles may be given extra protection if added to tracked orders or combined with other higher-value cards.
Orders are packaged in rigid mailers or padded envelopes to help prevent bending in transit.
Shipped from Edmonton, Alberta to Pokémon fans across Canada.

For full details on processing times and shipping tiers when you order Pokémon singles or Mystery Packs from our Canadian shop, you can visit our Shipping & Delivery page.

Who this Altaria card is great for

Fans of Altaria or the Swablu evolution line
People building VSTAR Universe pages with scenic illustration cards
Pokémon fans who enjoy the distinctive knitted artwork style of illustrator Asako Ito
Binder builders looking for a standout Art Rare card
Gift buyers adding a small premium Pokémon card alongside a Mystery Pack

Altaria Art Rare – quick FAQ

Is this an authentic Pokémon TCG card? ▼

Yes – all Pokémon singles sold by CardNest are 100% authentic Pokémon TCG cards. We do not sell fake or proxy cards, and every card is checked for authenticity before shipping.

Will I receive this exact Altaria card? ▼

Yes – for premium singles like this one, you are purchasing the exact Altaria Art Rare card (194/172) shown in the photos, in Near Mint condition.

How close is the condition to pack fresh? ▼

Near Mint means the card looks very clean at first glance and only shows small signs of handling under strong light. It is ideal for binder pages, display and casual play for fans who want a clean copy without needing grading-level perfection.

Can I add anything else to my order? ▼

Yes – you can add more singles or other products to the same order. Many people like pairing a premium single like this Altaria with one of our Mystery Packs for a fun Pokémon mail-day experience.

How long will shipping take in Canada? ▼

Most orders leave our Edmonton nest within 1–3 business days. Delivery time after that depends on Canada Post and your province. For the most up-to-date overview, please see our Shipping & Delivery page.