Mew

Market outlook

Rising Outlook 8/10

Continued collector interest in full-art Mythical Pokémon promos, especially Mew, combined with increasing graded 10 premiums and scarcity of high-grade copies. The 24x raw-to-graded multiplier signals strong market confidence in high-grade value [5].

Next months. Stable to rising prices over the next 3–6 months, with graded 10 copies likely to maintain or slightly increase above $3,500 due to ongoing grading demand [5].

Long term. 1–3 year outlook remains positive, with potential for graded 10 values to exceed $4,000 as supply of high-grade copies diminishes and collector demand for Mythical Pokémon promos grows [5][6].

History

Mew is a Psychic-type Mythical Pokémon first introduced in Pokémon Red and Blue (1996), known as the 'New Species' and believed to be the genetic ancestor of all Pokémon. It is one of the most iconic and beloved Pokémon, often central to storylines in the games and anime, including the first Pokémon movie, Pokémon: The First Movie [1].

This card was first released as part of the XY Black Star Promos in 2016, specifically as promo number XY110 in the 'Mythical Pokémon Collection' series [1][2].

• The card features a full-art design of Mew, making it visually distinct from standard promo versions [2].
• It is categorized as a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon card with no Energy cost to attack, typical of Mew's game mechanics [1].
• The card was released in English and is part of the broader XY Black Star Promo line, which includes other Mythical Pokémon like Chansey and Jirachi [1][2].

Rarity and print run

Tier

Ultra Rare

Print run

Medium

First printed in

XY Black Star Promos

Demand

High

Supply

Low

• Full-art promo design with limited distribution
• Only one official printing in the XY Black Star Promos set
• High-grade copies (graded 10) are difficult to find due to full-art susceptibility to wear [2][5]

Collector notes

Condition. Check for centering, edge wear, corner dings, and surface scratches on the full-art print. Full-art promos are prone to gloss wear and microscopic scratches that reduce graded 10 potential. Common flaws include off-center printing and slight creasing on the card edges [4][5].

Storage. Store in a rigid top loader or magnetic case, keep in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight, and use a carbon-free sleeve inside the case to prevent friction damage. Avoid handling the card face directly to prevent oils from affecting the artwork [5].

Authenticity. Fakes often have incorrect holographic patterns, misspelled text, or poor print quality. Authentic cards have a crisp, high-resolution full-art image and the correct 'Promo' stamp. Verify the card number (XY110) and set name on the back. graded or graded certification is the most reliable authentication method [5][6].