TCG Live!  SGB Announce Auction at Card Con

One of the most exciting events at Card Con 2025 will be the Team Rocket Unlimited Box Break on March 29 at 12:30 GMT. Hosted by renowned Pokémon TCG content creator PokiChloe and strongman Eddie Hall, this live-stage event will see the opening of a sealed 33-pack Team Rocket Unlimited booster box to celebrate the upcoming third iteration of Team Rocket in the Pokémon TCG.

Collectors have the opportunity to bid on 33 of the packs at sgbaldwins.com, with the remaining three being given away in the coming weeks. Plus, every chase card pulled will receive free grading from CGC!

Top Cards to Watch Out For:

Dark Charizard (Holo & Non-Holo) – CGC 10 value: £600-£1,000

Dark Blastoise (Holo & Non-Holo) – CGC 10 value: £350-£600

Dark Dragonite (Holo & Non-Holo) – CGC 10 value: £300-£550

Dark Raichu (Holo – The First Secret Rare!) – CGC 10 value: £450-£800

Here Comes Team Rocket! (Holo & Non-Holo) – CGC 10 value: £150-£300

If you’re looking for nostalgia, investment potential, or just the excitement of a live pack opening, this is your chance to be part of Pokémon history. Read more about the boxbreak. 

Day 1 Live Auction – March 29, 2:30 PM

The first of SGB’s two live auctions will take place on Saturday, March 29 at 2:30 PM, featuring an incredible selection of high-value Pokémon TCG collectibles. This is a rare opportunity to acquire some of the most iconic vintage and modern cards in the hobby.

Auction Highlights:

Lot 4: Charizard Reverse Holo (Legendary Collection 3/110

Legendary Collection is the name given to the only main expansion of the Legendary Collection Series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. It was released on May 24, 2002. Legendary Collection is composed of reprints of the Base Set, Jungle, Fossil, and Team Rocket expansions.

Legendary Collection introduced Reverse Holofoil prints, cards that feature Holofoil throughout the card except the artwork window. The Reverse Holofoil in this expansion have a fireworks-like pattern. It also introduced Box toppers, Jumbo-sized versions of cards from the expansion.

Lot 13: Celebi Crystal Reverse Holo 145/144 - Skyridge

Skyridge is the name given to the third and final main expansion of the e-Card Series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. In Japan, it was released as Split Earth, the fourth expansion and Mysterious Mountains, the fifth and final expansion, in the Pokémon Card Game e-Card Era. The English and German expansions were released on May 12, 2003, and August 15, 2003 respectively, while the Japanese expansions were released on August 23, 2002 and October 4, 2002 respectively.

Similar to Aquapolis, Skyridge also has a separate card collection number for Rare Holo cards. Skyridge was the final expansion to be produced by Wizards of the Coast before the company lost their license. As a consequence of that, there was only one print run of Skyridge, causing its price to skyrocket. It was also the final expansion to include Kadabra cards until the release of 151 in 2023.

Lot 17: Gyarados Gold Star (#102/110 - EX Holon Phantoms)

EX Holon Phantoms is the name given to the thirteenth main expansion of the EX Series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. In Japan, it was released as Holon Phantom, the seventh expansion in the Pokémon Card Game PCG Era. This set features Generation III Pokémon. The English expansion was released on May 3, 2006, while the Japanese expansion was released on January 27, 2006. 

Day 2 Live Auction – March 30, 2:30 PM

The excitement continues on Sunday, March 30, at 2:30 PM, where another selection of premium Pokémon TCG items will go under the hammer.

Day 2 Live Auction Highlights:

Lot 1 & Lot 2: Base Set Sealed Heavy Booster Packs (Charizard & Venusaur Artwork)

The Pokémon TCG - Base Set Sealed Heavy Booster Pack with Charizard Artwork is a highly valuable and rare collectible from the iconic 1999 Wizards of the Coast Base Set. This factory-sealed heavy booster pack offers a strong chance of pulling a holographic rare card, including the legendary Charizard, Blastoise, or Venusaur, making it a prime target for serious collectors and investors. As a vintage Pokémon booster pack, it holds immense nostalgic and investment value, perfect for PSA, BGS, or CGC grading. Featuring the highly desirable Charizard artwork, this sealed Base Set booster pack is a must-have for any Pokémon TCG enthusiast, whether for display, long-term investment, or the thrill of opening a historic piece of Pokémon history.

Lot 14 - Lot 18: Pokémon TCG - Team Rocket 1st Edition Sealed Booster Packs

The Team Rocket 1st Edition Sealed Booster Pack featuring Giovanni artwork is a rare and highly collectible item from the iconic Team Rocket expansion, released in April 2000. This sealed pack offers the chance to uncover rare Dark Pokémon cards, including fan favorites like Dark Charizard and Dark Blastoise. Its 1st Edition status and pristine condition make it a valuable addition to any Pokémon TCG collection, celebrating the series' infamous villains.

Lot 24: PSA 10 Mew Holo (Holon Phantoms 2006 - #111)

4 factory sealed booster packs featuring all four artworks. This item comes from the vault of a former local games store owner and as such has been in storage for the last ten years. It still has its original ‘£2.50’ price sticker on the front! This pack has been directly taken from an opened booster box that was on their shop shelf ten years ago and is totally unweighed! 

Lot 25: Evolving Skies 4-Pack Art Set Booster Packs

Contains one of each booster pack art work for the Sword and Shield expansion, Evolving Skies.

Evolving Skies is the expansion with some of the most expensive modern day cards, such as Umbreon VMAX and Rayquaza VMAX.

How to Attend Card Con, How to Bid, and How to Watch the Auctions

Attending Card Con 2025

Card Con 2025 will be held at the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre on March 29-30, 2025. Located just 35 minutes from London Waterloo, it is the UK’s premier trading card and collectibles event, welcoming over 4,000 attendees.

How to Bid in the Auctions

Bidding for SGB’s auctions is available both in-person and online:

• Online Bidding: Visit sgbaldwins.com to register and place your bids.

• Live Bidding at Card Con: Attendees can participate in real-time bidding during the live auctions on March 29 & 30 at 2:30 PM.

• Pre-Auction Registration: To secure your place as a bidder, pre-register on the SGB website.

How to Watch the Auctions

For those unable to attend in person, both the live auctions and the Team Rocket Box Break will be streamed online. Head to sgbaldwins.com and register as a bidder on any of the auctions to watch live for free. 

Join Us at Card Con 2025!

Whether you’re looking to bid on high-end collectibles, enjoy the excitement of a live box break, or simply immerse yourself in the world of Pokémon TCG, Card Con 2025 is the place to be. Don’t miss this chance to experience the thrill of SGB’s exclusive auctions and get up close with some of the most valuable cards in the Pokémon world.

For more details, visit sgbaldwins.com and make sure to follow SGB on social media for the latest updates!