TCGAI.PRO Taubsi 2023 · Obsidian Flames · #207/197
8.5 Near Mint-Mint+
Cen
7
Cor
9.5
Edg
9.5
Sur
9.5
Hold
Taubsi card, TCGAI Score 8.5

Certificate #2419616FA973 · Pokémon

Taubsi

Obsidian Flames · #207/197 · 2023

Near Mint-Mint+ Hold

Hold. Often worth as much raw. Keep it or sell it raw.

Estimate, not an official grade.

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Condition report

Each check is scored out of 10 on both sides. The lowest one caps the TCGAI Score.

Front No flaws
Back No flaws
Sub-grades out of 10, front and back
Check Front Back
Centering 7 9.5
Corners 10 9.5
Edges 10 9.5
Surface 9.5 10
Whitening 10 9.5
Holo / foil 9.5 10

What the AI found

Flaws visible at the photo's resolution. A grader under magnification may find more. Marks on the photos show the area named, not an exact spot.

No defects listed at this photo resolution.

What this card sells for

An estimate from recent listings, not an appraisal. Prices in USD.

No comparable sales found for this card yet.

About this card

Background compiled from public web sources. Check it before you buy or sell.

Market outlook

Declining Outlook 4/10

Post-release hype faded with 58% graded 10 drop by mid-2025; common Pokémon status limits collector interest.

Next months. Continued softening with prices stabilizing at $50-$70 graded 10 in next 3-6 months

Long term. Stable low-value collector item under $100 graded 10 over 1-3 years, unlikely appreciation

History

Pidgey is a small, common Normal/Flying-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I (Pokémon Red and Blue). Known as a ubiquitous wild Pokémon resembling a tiny bird, it evolves into Pidgeotto and Pidgeot, symbolizing humble beginnings in the Pokémon world with no major lore significance but iconic as one of the first encounterable Pokémon.

First released in the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Obsidian Flames set on August 11, 2023, in English; German language variant printed simultaneously as part of the global multilingual release.

  • Despite being a basic common Pokémon, this Illustration Rare features unique artwork elevating its collectible appeal.
  • Card #207/197 exceeds the base set count, marking it as a Special Illustration Rare (SIR) chase card.
  • Low HP (60) and simple attack (Gust for 20 damage) make it unviable in competitive play, purely a collector's item.

Rarity and print run

Tier
Ultra Rare
Print run
Medium
First printed in
Scarlet & Violet: Obsidian Flames
Demand
Low
Supply
Medium
  • Illustration Rare pull rate ~1:100 packs
  • Special card #207/197 beyond base 197 count
  • Single printing increases long-term availability

Collector notes

Condition. Inspect centering on the expansive full-art background prone to off-centering; check edges for print defects common in foil Illustration Rares; surface scratches on holo pattern and artwork smudges are frequent flaws.

Storage. Use semi-rigid top-loaders with sleeves in cool, dry environments; avoid direct light to prevent foil oxidation; store flat in binders or boxes away from stacking pressure.

Authenticity. Verify holo pattern consistency and font alignment matching official scans; check weight and flex (fakes often stiffer); use Pokémon TCG official database or apps like Pokédex for UV authentication markers; German prints match English card stock.

Sources: sportscardinvestor.com, pricecharting.com, tcgplayer.com, cardtrader.com, pokedata.io

Card details

Name
Taubsi
Game
Pokémon
Set
Obsidian Flames (OBF DE)
Number
207/197
Year
2023
Rarity
Illustration Rare
Variant
Illustration Rare
Language
German
Manufacturer
Pokemon Company
Illustrator
Jerky
Identification
Not matched in a catalog
Certificate
#2419616FA973
Graded on
Apr 18, 2026
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