M Rayquaza-EX
Pokemon • XY - Ancient Origins
Card Type
Mega Evolution EX
Set & Number
XY - Ancient Origins - 98/98
Rarity
Secret Rare
Edition & Language
Unlimited • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Near Mint (NM)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $80 - $120 USD, Graded PSA 9: $150 - $200 USD, Graded PSA 10: $350 - $500 USD
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar Near Mint condition have been selling in the $90 to $110 range on eBay and TCGplayer marketplaces.
Condition Details
Centering appears slightly heavy on the left and bottom borders on the front. Surface shows minimal wear with clean gloss, and corners look sharp with minor factory cutting imperfections common to the era.
Grading Recommendation
Recommended for professional grading (PSA or BGS) due to high value in Near Mint or better condition. Estimated grade is a PSA 9, with an outside shot at a PSA 10 if back surface and centering pass strict inspection.
Card Description
Mega Evolution rule: When 1 of your Pokemon becomes a Mega Evolution Pokemon, your turn ends. Attack: Emerald Break (30x) - This attack does 30 damage times the number of your Benched Pokemon. Weakness: Lightning x2, Resistance: Fighting -20, Retreat Cost: 1.
Notable Features
Full art Secret Rare gold card featuring shiny Mega Rayquaza with Japanese text styling embedded in the artwork. Set number 98/98 indicates it is the secret final card of the Ancient Origins expansion.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with proper gold foil text shimmering, correct font weights, accurate copyright information (2016 Pokemon), and standard 5ban Graphics artist credit. Back and rosette pattern verification would be required in hand.
Scanned: 2026-08-16T20:24:45.316228