History

Pidgeot is the fully evolved form of Pidgey and Pidgeotto, a Normal/Flying-type Pokémon introduced in the original Pokémon games. Mega Pidgeot represents Pidgeot undergoing Mega Evolution, temporarily increasing its power and changing its appearance. The card depicts Mega Pidgeot as a powerful late-generation evolution and was part of the Evolutions expansion's nostalgic celebration of the original Pokémon Trading Card Game era.

First Printed: The English version was released in the 2016 Pokémon XY—Evolutions expansion. The character's Mega Pidgeot-EX card was first released in Japan in the Expansion Pack 20th Anniversary subset; the English Evolutions expansion included both Regular and Full Art versions.

• This Full Art card is numbered 65/108 in the English Evolutions set.
• It has 220 HP and is an Ultra Rare Mega Pokémon-EX card.
• Mega Pidgeot-EX was printed in both Regular and Full Art forms in Evolutions.
• The card's set numbering and artwork distinguish it from the separate Full Art version numbered 105/108.
• Evolutions was designed around reinterpreting and commemorating early Pokémon TCG cards and characters.

Print Data

Print Run: Very High

Collector's Notes

Condition Tips: Inspect the black borders, corners, edges, and holofoil surface under angled light. Common flaws include whitening on the back edges, corner wear, print lines, scratches or clouding in the holofoil, off-centering, dents, surface indentations, and edge chipping. The Full Art version should be checked carefully against the correct 65/108 numbering because the Regular version is also numbered 65/108 while the separate Full Art card is commonly identified as 105/108. A strong grade generally requires clean holofoil, sharp corners, minimal whitening, and balanced centering.

Storage: Store in a soft penny sleeve inside a rigid semi-rigid holder or quality toploader, avoiding tight sleeves that can catch corners. Keep cards upright in a cool, dry, dark environment with stable temperature and humidity. Avoid direct sunlight, moisture, PVC materials, loose storage, and pressure that can cause warping or surface dents. For valuable graded copies, retain the slab in a protective sleeve and avoid stacking heavy objects on it.

Authenticity: Compare the card's typography, copyright line, set symbol, 65/108 or 105/108 numbering, holofoil pattern, texture, borders, and artwork with verified scans. Genuine Evolutions cards have crisp printing, consistent color, correct Pokémon TCG fonts, and a properly layered blue Pokémon card back. Warning signs include fuzzy text, incorrect colors, flat or unusual holofoil, incorrect font spacing, excessively thin or translucent cardstock, missing texture on a textured Full Art, and a light test that reveals unusually strong transparency. For expensive copies, use a reputable grading service or compare the item with confirmed authentic examples.

Notable Sales

• A PSA 10 copy reportedly sold for $63.00 on April 13, 2026.
• A PSA 10 copy reportedly sold for $75.00 on April 12, 2026.
• PSA 8 sales in 2026 were reported around $20-$27.50.
• Raw examples in recent completed sales commonly appeared around $3.25-$6.99.

Investment Outlook

The card benefits from the popularity of original-generation Pokémon, the nostalgia surrounding Evolutions, Mega Evolution appeal, and a meaningful premium for high-grade copies. However, Evolutions was heavily printed, raw supply is abundant, and reported grading populations are substantial, limiting scarcity-driven upside. The card is better viewed as a collectible with moderate long-term potential than as a high-conviction investment.

Rarity Analysis

• The Full Art treatment and Mega Pokémon-EX classification make it more desirable than ordinary Evolutions cards.
• Evolutions was produced in very large quantities, so the card is not scarce in raw condition.
• The card has substantial graded supply; one market tracker reported more than 2,600 PSA-graded copies and a large number of gem-mint examples.
• Condition sensitivity creates some scarcity for exceptionally centered, clean copies, especially high-grade PSA 10 examples.
• The card is often confused with the Regular M Pidgeot-EX 65/108 and the separate Full Art version 105/108, so exact identification matters.

Comparable: M Pidgeot-EX 105/108 Full Art from XY—Evolutions, M Charizard-EX 13/108 from XY—Evolutions, M Slowbro-EX 27/108 from XY—Evolutions, M Venusaur-EX 2/108 from XY—Evolutions, M Blastoise-EX 22/108 from XY—Evolutions, Other Mega Pokémon-EX Full Art cards from the XY era

Market Forecast

Recent market indicators place raw copies near $4-$5, with recurring sales and a strong but accessible grading premium. The card has recognizable nostalgia appeal, but high supply and a relatively large graded population are likely to restrain rapid appreciation.

• Nostalgia and collector interest in the original Pokémon roster
• Popularity and renewed attention toward Mega Evolution
• Large Evolutions print quantity and abundant raw supply
• High graded population and many PSA 10 copies
• Condition, centering, and accurate distinction between the Regular and Full Art versions
• Overall Pokémon TCG market strength and demand for XY-era cards

Short-term (3-6mo): Over the next 3-6 months, prices are most likely to remain broadly stable, with raw copies generally around $3-$7 and PSA 10 copies roughly around $60-$85 unless Mega Evolution-related demand produces a temporary spike.

Long-term (1-3yr): Over 1-3 years, gradual appreciation is possible for clean, well-centered copies and especially PSA 10 examples if nostalgia and Mega Evolution interest continue. Raw copies are likely to show slower growth because supply is abundant; significant gains would require a broader Pokémon market expansion or a sustained resurgence in Mega Evolution collecting.