If your card is less valuable and/or not near mint condition or likely to be in the lower realm of Near Mint condition (a surprisingly large category), then you are probably fine just tapping into the ungraded card market
This particular card soared to unprecedented heights in late 2024 and has maintained its price tag since, with graded copies eclipsing $5,000
For alt art cards, its important to pay attention to the pattern and texture of the card, as counterfeit cards often have irregularities in these aspects compared to genuine cards
Anthony Lowry (they/he) is a seasoned TCG, MMORPG, and FPS veteran
If heads, search your deck for up to 2 Pokemon and put them into your hand
One bad thing about this card is that it can force you to use your gold before your opponent, especially when used to block