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Venusaur ex - 198/165 - SV: Scarlet & Violet 151 (MEW)

Venusaur ex - 198/165 - SV: Scarlet & Violet 151 (MEW)

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The Venusaur ex — 198/165 Special Illustration Rare from Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet 151 is one of the most sought-after cards in the modern era — and it earns that status. Numbered 198/165 as a secret rare and illustrated by Yoriyuki Ikegami, this card sits beyond the set's 165-card base count , placing it among the hardest pulls in the entire set.

Scarlet & Violet 151 is the first complete Kanto collection in TCG history, featuring all 151 original Pokémon in Pokédex order — released September 22, 2023, it united nostalgic collectors with a new generation of fans. The set's cultural significance drives sustained demand that keeps prices elevated beyond typical modern sets.

The 151 set gives Venusaur fans three different Venusaur ex cards to collect, with the Special Illustration Rare standing above them all — its art is stunning, and the card pulls real weight in play with a 60-damage healing Ability and a 150-damage attack that leaves the opponent's Active Pokémon both Confused and Poisoned, making it as formidable on the table as it is beautiful in a binder.

  • Card: Venusaur ex — 198/165 | Special Illustration Rare (SIR)
  • Set: Scarlet & Violet 151 (MEW) — September 2023
  • Illustrator: Yoriyuki Ikegami
  • Stage & HP: Stage 2 Grass-type | 340 HP
  • Market price (raw): ~$138–$154 NM
  • Graded copies (PSA 10): Actively trading on eBay across multiple sellers

The Pokémon Company's strategic reprint management and genuinely strong pull rates have helped 151 avoid the typical post-release price crash — this SIR has held firm. Whether you're completing a Pokémon 151 master set, chasing the original starter trio in SIR form, or looking for a display-worthy grail, the Venusaur ex 198/165 Special Illustration Rare is the definitive version of Bulbasaur's final evolution in the modern Pokémon TCG.

Available at Collector Station, Easley, SC. Local pickup available. All sales final. Shipping damage must be reported within 48 hours of delivery with photos.

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Shipping & pickup

  • Standard shipping — $5.99 USPS Ground Advantage / First-Class. Typically 2–5 business days from Easley, SC. Tracked.
  • Express (Priority Mail) — $12.99 USPS Priority Mail. Typically 1–3 business days. Tracked.
  • Free Express Lane pickup at the store Order online, choose Express Lane Pickup at checkout, pull up to the drive-through window at 210 E Main St, Easley, SC. Same-day staging during open hours.
  • All sales final — no returns or refunds Sealed wax, raw singles, and graded slabs are non-returnable. Damage in transit? Notify us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we'll resolve via replacement at our discretion. Full policy.

Ships from Collector Station, 210 E Main St, Easley, SC 29640. Most orders ship within 1 business day.

  • Ships from Easley, SC Most orders ship within 1 business day. Tracked.
  • Express Lane pickup Drive-through window. Same-day staging during open hours.
  • Authentic & sourced right Sealed wax from authorized distributors. Slabs photographed in-house.
  • Trade or sell us this Text (864) 523-7071 for an offer.

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About This Product

How fast does this ship?

Most orders ship from Easley, SC within 1 business day. Tracked. Express Lane drive-through pickup available same-day during store hours.

Is this product authentic and from authorized sources?

Yes — sealed wax is sourced from authorized distributors. Slabs are direct from the grading company. Raw singles are pulled from sealed product or vetted submissions.

Can I trade or sell something similar to you?

Yes — text +1-864-616-2820 with details and we will get back with a buy or trade offer.

What is your return policy?

All sales are final — no returns, refunds, or exchanges. Trading cards, sealed product, slabs, memorabilia, and apparel are non-returnable by nature. If a shipment is damaged in transit, notify us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we will resolve via replacement at our discretion. Full policy at /policies/refund-policy.