Certificate #A300B79A2A92 · Pokémon

Dragonair

151 · #181/165 · 2023

5.0 TCGAI Score

Excellent Keep raw

Keep raw. Grading costs more than it adds.

Estimate, not an official grade.

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Graded by Eric Casper · Apr 21, 2026 · 5 views

Condition report

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

Sub-grades are not available for this certificate.

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.

Graded 5

$55.00

1 sale

Raw, ungraded

$47.97

$40.00 – $62.26 · 32 listings

Grading premium

+15%

Graded average over raw average

Price by grade

Average sale price by grade
Grade	Average	Range and sales
Raw	$47.97	$40.00 – $62.26 · 32 listings
Grade 9	$55.00	1 sale
Grade 10	$300	2 sales

Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot. Muestra insuficiente (graded=0, validListings=47, mínimo=5). Rango estimado con baja confianza.

About this card

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

Market outlook

Declining Outlook 6/10

Raw NM prices dropped 25.4% in recent 30 days to $17.50, reflecting post-hype correction for 151 set chase cards[1]

Next months. Stable to slight decline next 3-6 months as market digests inventory.

Long term. Stable for graded gems due to 151 nostalgia, raw likely flat.

History

Dragonair is a Dragon-type Pokémon, the Stage 1 evolution of Dratini, known for its elegant, serpentine body and mystical aura, first introduced in Generation I (Red/Blue) as a rare Pokémon symbolizing grace and hidden power in the Pokémon universe.

First released in the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: 151 set in 2023, a special set revisiting the original 151 Kanto Pokémon.

Illustration Rare variant featuring stunning full art by an artist capturing Dragonair's ethereal beauty.
Part of the popular 151 set which celebrates the first-generation Pokémon with premium treatments.
English language edition from the Mew EN print run.

Rarity and print run

Tier: Ultra Rare
Print run: Medium
First printed in: Scarlet & Violet: 151
Demand: Medium
Supply: Medium

Illustration Rare pull rate in 151 booster boxes is low but set's high print run increases availability.
Full Art variant adds collector premium over standard prints.
No special stamps or variants beyond this English 181/165.

Collector notes

Condition. Inspect for print lines, surface scratches on the glossy full art, centering issues common in Illustration Rares, edge wear, and corner dings; holo pattern scratches are frequent flaws.

Storage. Use semi-rigid top loaders or magnetic holders designed for holo cards, store in cool, dry places away from sunlight to prevent fading, sleeve in penny sleeves first.

Authenticity. Verify holo pattern matches official SV 151 Illustration Rares, check card number 181/165 and set symbol, use blacklight for counterfeit detection on paper quality, compare to official scans on TCGPlayer or Pokémon sites.

Sources: sportscardinvestor.com, shoppieceofthegame.com, vaultedguard.com, tcgplayer.com, pricecharting.com

Card details

Name: Dragonair
Game: Pokémon
Set: 151 (MEW)
Number: 181/165
Year: 2023
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Variant: Full Art
Language: English
Manufacturer: Pokemon Company
Illustrator: rika
Identification: Matched on eBay
Certificate: #A300B79A2A92
Graded on: Apr 21, 2026
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