pokemon first edition card How can I tell if this is or not? : r/PokemonTCG Base Set 1st Edition Type Pokemon proxy cards first edition

In 1998, Shogakukan Celadon University ran a campaign where pupils who enrolled, and completed a series of tests (printed in magazines) could become a Certified Pokemon Professor

Players choose a basic Pokemon from their hand as their Active Pokemon face down

It is possible that a 1957 Topps Sandy Koufax, one that technically measures for a particular grade let's say 70/30, may be prevented from reaching that unqualified grade because the market would view that card as off-center based on eye appeal issues

change it to Level 8 until the End Phase

Alpha with No Protection We are continuing our journey through Alpha Land with Lands