Market outlook
Stable Outlook 6/10
Recent 30-day raw price decline of -10.2% but high graded sales indicate collector interest; 151 set post-hype stabilization[1]
Next months. Stable to slight decline in raw, graded holds value next 3-6 months
Long term. Stable with potential modest appreciation for graded 10 over 1-3 years due to Mew icon status
History
Mew is a Mythical Psychic-type Pokémon from Generation I, known as the ancestor of all Pokémon with its DNA containing genetic codes of every Pokémon species; it is extremely rare, capable of learning every TM/HM move, and holds significant lore as a genetic powerhouse in the Pokémon universe, often featured in movies like Pokémon: The First Movie.
September 22, 2023, in the Pokémon TCG Scarlet & Violet—151 set in the United States.
- Mew ex is a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon card with 180 HP and the Ability 'Restart' allowing a once-per-turn draw of 3 cards after discarding hand then drawing 5.
- This is the Gold Hyper Rare secret variant from the 151 set celebrating Generation I Pokémon.
- Part of the Scarlet & Violet era focusing on Kanto Pokémon with modern ex mechanics.
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Secret Rare
- Print run
- Low
- First printed in
- Scarlet & Violet—151
- Demand
- Medium
- Supply
- Medium
- Hyper Rare gold full-art secret beyond main set numbering (205/165)
- Limited pull rates in 151 booster boxes
- Collector chase card for Mew completists
Collector notes
Condition. Inspect centering on all edges (secret rares prone to off-centering), check for print lines, surface scratches on gold holo pattern, edge whitening, and corner wear; common flaws include holo bleeding and roller marks from printing.
Storage. Use semi-rigid or magnetic holders sized for Japanese cards if applicable, store in cool dark place away from sunlight to prevent holo oxidation, avoid stacking without top loaders.
Authenticity. Verify gold holo pattern matches official texture (not flat print), check card stock thickness and flexibility, confirm set symbol and numbering crispness; compare to official scans on TCGPlayer or Bulbapedia, fakes often have blurry text or incorrect ability wording.
Sources: sportscardinvestor.com, pricecharting.com, tcgplayer.com, psacard.com, pokedata.io