Complete Set of Time Special Edition: Pokémon Variants, Certified by CGC, Available in Goldin Sale

You won’t have to choose your favorite Pokémon in a Goldin Auctions sale on August 9, 2026. The auction features the very best in a complete set of all 16 variants of 2024-2026 Time Special Edition: Pokémon #nn, each graded CGC 9.8 (lot 399).

What began with Nintendo Game Boy games in Japan in 1996 quickly evolved into one of the most successful entertainment franchises in history. Built around the simple but addictive concept of catching, training, and battling creatures known as Pokémon, the series expanded into an immensely popular anime, trading card game, films, toys, and countless video game sequels.

This special edition of Time chronicled that remarkable journey, exploring how the series captured the imaginations of generations through its memorable characters, innovative gameplay, and ever-expanding universe. From the explosive success of Pokémon GO to the enduring appeal of Pikachu and the franchise's vast roster of Pokémon, the issue examined the factors behind its lasting popularity. It also took readers inside the booming world of Pokémon Trading Cards, offering insight into collecting, rarity, and the hobby's rapidly growing marketplace.

The CGC-certified Time Special Edition: Pokémon #nn magazines included in this set, which are all graded CGC 9.8, are:

• 2024 - Pikachu
• 2024 - Gengar
• 2024 - Eevee
• 2024 - Charmander
• 2024 - Bulbasaur
• 2024 - Squirtle
• 2024 - Mew
• 2025 - Arcanine
• 2025 - Blastoise
• 2025 - Venusaur
• 2025 - Charizard
• 2025 - Mewtwo
• 2025 - Gyarados
• 2026 - Mega Charizard X
• 2026 - Rayquaza
• 2026 - Ho-Oh/Lugia

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CGC brings decades of expertise to magazine grading, applying the same rigorous standards that have made it the trusted name in the certification of other pop culture collectibles. The state-of-the-art CGC magazine holder also offers advanced security features, such as a heat-sealed hologram. The sturdier outer plastic better resists impacts, and precise pressure locks the magazine in place for enhanced protection and a superior way to preserve magazines.

To learn more about submitting magazines for grading and authentication, visit the CGC submission center and start your submission today!

About CGC

Since revolutionizing comic book grading in 2000, CGC has grown to include certification services for a vast variety of pop culture collectibles. These divisions include CGC Cards, CGC Video Games, and CGC Home Video. CGC Cards provides expert card grading for sports cards, TCGs, and non-sports cards. CGC Video Games is dedicated to video game grading for the most popular consoles, including Nintendo, Sega, Atari, PlayStation, and more. CGC Home Video provides expert VHS grading in addition to other types of videocassettes, DVD, Blu-ray, and more. CGC also offers seamless solutions for autograph collectors with CGC Signature Series and JSA Authentic Autograph services.

CGC is part of the Certified Collectibles Group, a global provider of expert and impartial authentication, and grading services for collectibles. Since 1987, the Certified Collectibles Group companies have certified more than 110 million collectibles, including coins, banknotes, comic books, cards, autographs, and stamps.