Pokemon – 2012 Slaking #43 – Dragon Blade (Japanese 1st Edition) – TAG 10 Gem Mint

Card Details

Year: 2012
Set: Pokémon Black & White — Japanese Dragon Blade (BW5)
Card Name: Slaking
Card #: 43 (1st Edition)
Grade: TAG 10
TAG Certification #: L5153271

Why this card matters

Dragon Blade (BW5) is a highly recognizable Japanese Black & White era release (dated March 16, 2012) and is notable because its cards were used to build the English set Dragons Exalted—a milestone set tied to the early introduction of the Dragon-type in the TCG. This makes BW5-era Japanese cards a meaningful “bridge” between Japan-only releases and a major English era.

This Slaking is a Japanese 1st Edition print, which many collectors prioritize for BW-era set building. Japanese BW releases also had both 1st Edition and Unlimited runs, giving true 1st Edition copies additional appeal for collectors who chase that specific stamp.

Finally, this copy is graded TAG 10. TAG slabs include a modern digital grading report system (DIG) with detailed imaging and grading transparency, which many bidders like for confidence and long-term collectability.

• – Japanese BW5 Dragon Blade (released March 16, 2012)
• – Part of the card pool that fed into Dragons Exalted
• – True Japanese 1st Edition stamp
• – TAG 10 for premium display and long-term collection

Additional Information

• – TAG-encapsulated and fully protected
• – Stored in a smoke-free environment
• – Photos show the exact card you will receive
• – Ships securely