TCGAI.PRO Zapdos ex 2023 · 151 · #202/165
9.0 Mint
Cen
9.5
Cor
9
Edg
8.5
Sur
9.5
Consider
Zapdos ex card, TCGAI Score 9.0

Certificate #CEBA45B405B0 · Pokémon

Zapdos ex

151 · #202/165 · 2023

Mint Consider

Consider. Send it if a 9 is still worth more than the fee.

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 10 9.5
Corners 9.5 9
Edges 9.5 8.5
Surface 9.5 9.5

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 9

$150

$130 – $190 · 9 sales

Raw, ungraded

$139

$105 – $220 · 41 listings

Grading premium

+8%

Graded average over raw average

Price by grade

Average sale price by grade
Grade Average Range and sales
Raw $139 $105 – $220 · 41 listings
Grade 9 This card $150 $130 – $190 · 9 sales
Grade 10 $525 1 sale

Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot.

Reference image for Zapdos ex

Reference used to identify the card

The card was matched against this image from eBay. It only confirms which card it is; the grade comes from your photos.

Zapdos EX SIR 202/165 graded graded TAG Extended Art Pokemon 151

About this card

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

Market outlook

Rising Outlook 7/10

92.4% 30-day gain as of March 2026 reflects sustained interest in 151 SIRs, with raw NM reaching $134 amid collector hype[2].

Next months. Continued upward momentum next 3-6 months with stable $120-$150 raw pricing.

Long term. Moderate appreciation over 1-3 years to $200+ for gem mint, supported by legendary status but tempered by modern set saturation.

History

Zapdos is a legendary Electric/Flying-type Pokémon from Generation I, one of the three legendary birds alongside Articuno and Moltres, known for its mastery over electricity and storms, residing in power plants and thunderclouds with immense destructive power and vibrant yellow plumage[1][3].

First released in the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: 151 set in 2023, as a Special Illustration Rare celebrating the original 151 Kanto Pokémon[2][3].

  • Features dynamic artwork highlighting Zapdos's electric aura and floating pose
  • One of three Zapdos ex variants in the 151 set (Double Rare, Ultra Rare, Special Illustration Rare)
  • Ability 'Voltaic Float' boosts Lightning energy attachment, with 200 HP as a Basic Pokémon ex[3]

Rarity and print run

Tier
Secret Rare
Print run
Low
First printed in
Scarlet & Violet: 151
Demand
High
Supply
Low
  • Special Illustration Rare pull rate in 151 booster boxes is low (roughly 1 per carton)
  • High collector demand for stunning artwork of iconic legendary
  • No reprints confirmed, limited to initial 2023 print run

Collector notes

Condition. Check for centering issues on the intricate Special Illustration Rare artwork, print lines, edge wear, and surface scratches common on textured foil; focus on vibrant colors and holo patterns remaining sharp.

Storage. Store in semi-rigid top-loaders with sleeves in a cool, dry environment away from sunlight to prevent fading of electric-themed colors and foil oxidation.

Authenticity. Verify holo pattern alignment, font sharpness on 'ex' and numbering, card weight/thickness, and UV light reaction on foil; compare to official scans from TCGPlayer or Pokémon database, avoid miscut edges or blurry text indicative of counterfeits.

Sources: alt.xyz, sportscardinvestor.com, tcgplayer.com, stockx.com, psacard.com

Card details

Name
Zapdos ex
Game
Pokémon
Set
151 (MEW EN)
Number
202/165
Year
2023
Rarity
Special Illustration Rare
Variant
Sir
Language
English
Manufacturer
The Pokémon Company
Illustrator
Shiburingaru
Identification
Matched on eBay
Certificate
#CEBA45B405B0
Graded on
Apr 12, 2026
Views
297

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