Pokémon – Venusaur ex – Special Illustration Rare – 198/165 – Scarlet & Violet 151 – ACE 10

Pokémon Venusaur ex Special Illustration Rare 198/165 – Scarlet & Violet 151 – ACE 10 Graded Card

Up for sale is a Pokémon Venusaur ex Special Illustration Rare (198/165) from the Scarlet & Violet 151 expansion, professionally graded ACE 10 (Gem Mint).

Numbered 198/165, this card sits beyond the standard set list, marking it as a premium Special Illustration Rare chase card. Special Illustration Rare cards represent some of the most desirable pulls within modern Pokémon releases, featuring highly detailed full-art scenes and lower pull rates.

Venusaur is one of the original fully evolved Kanto starter Pokémon and remains a cornerstone of Generation 1 collections. As part of the Scarlet & Violet 151 expansion — dedicated entirely to the original Pokédex — this Special Illustration Rare carries strong nostalgic and long-term collector appeal.

The ex full-art treatment enhances the vibrant artwork, creating exceptional display presence when preserved in a professional slab. High-grade examples of iconic starter evolutions consistently perform well in graded collections and investment-focused portfolios.

An ACE 10 grade confirms Gem Mint condition, reflecting outstanding centring, flawless surface quality, sharp corners and clean edges.

Professionally graded in the UK by ACE Grading, the card is sealed in an official tamper-evident protective slab to preserve its pristine condition long-term. A premium addition for collectors building 151 master sets, Kanto starter collections, or high-grade modern investment portfolios.

Key Details

Card Name: Venusaur ex
Set: Scarlet & Violet 151
Card Number: 198/165
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare (SIR)
Grade: ACE 10 (Gem Mint)
Grading Company: ACE Grading (UK)
Language: English
Condition: Professionally slabbed and authenticated

Why You’ll Love It

• Premium Special Illustration Rare (198/165)
• Iconic fully evolved Kanto starter
• From the extremely popular SV 151 expansion
• ACE 10 Gem Mint condition
• Official UK grading
• Strong nostalgic and long-term collector appeal
• Securely listed and shipped by Radiant Cards

Packaging & Shipping

Your card will be carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery and will arrive in the exact graded condition shown.

Shipped securely from the UK by Radiant Cards using protective packaging to maintain slab integrity during transit.