Is the 151 Mew ex Worth It?

The modern Mew chase from the 151 set — raw or graded?

Updated June 2026 · 5 min read

The Mew ex special illustration rare from Pokémon 151 is one of the set's headline chases alongside Charizard. Here's the honest read.

Why it's a top chase

151 reimagines the Kanto roster, and Mew — the elusive #151 — is the thematic heart of the set. The SIR's art plus deep nostalgia from returning collectors give it broad, liquid demand.

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Raw vs PSA 10

Raw is the affordable, great-looking buy. A PSA 10 carries a healthy premium, though because 151 reprinted with large graded populations, the multiple is more modest than on scarce cards. For most collectors, raw is the smart pickup.

Worth it?

Yes — it's a centerpiece modern Mew with safe, liquid demand. Buy at retail where you can: 151 restocks but sells fast (catch it with QuickCatch), and compare prices with the resale calculator. See best cards in 151 and the 151 Charizard ex.

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FAQ

Is the 151 Mew ex a good buy?
Yes — it's a top chase from a very popular, liquid set thanks to Mew's role as #151 and Kanto nostalgia. Raw is a great-looking, affordable buy; a PSA 10 is a better store of value, though the premium is modest since the set reprinted.
Which is more valuable, the 151 Mew ex or Charizard ex?
The 151 Charizard ex SIR generally commands more than the Mew ex SIR, but both are among the set's top chases with strong, liquid demand.

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