Question 1

What is the current market value of Pikachu ex #179?

Accepted Answer

Current market pricing for Pikachu ex (Prismatic Evolutions) sits near $68.52. Over the last 7 days it gained 3.6%. Against its 30-day baseline of $63.74, this card is pricing 7.5% higher. In the past 90 days, observed prices ranged from $43.81 to $68.52 (36% spread), a moderate-volatility profile. This version is categorized as Hyper Rare.

Question 2

Is Pikachu ex #179 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Market structure summary: Recent direction is upward at 3.6%; current pricing is 56% above the 90-day floor. Observed 90-day bounds of $43.81 and $68.52 create a 36% band, matching a moderate-volatility profile. Current value is 7.5% above its 30-day reference ($63.74). Graded context points to a substantial premium curve, with PSA 10 at +497% above raw pricing. PSA 9 is currently around $96.20, while PSA 10 is $409.29.

Question 3

What is Pikachu ex #179 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Pikachu ex appears in Prismatic Evolutions, released in 2025. Core profile: Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Hyper Rare. Printed HP is 200. Energy typing is Lightning. Card subtype classification is Basic, Tera, and ex. Card rules text: As long as this Pokémon is on your Bench, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks (both yours and your opponent's). Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards. Notable ability on this print: "Resolute Heart". Notable move text references "Topaz Bolt". It is weak to Fighting type energy. The retreat cost for this card is 1. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Pikachu cards available?

Accepted Answer

Other Pikachu printings create a useful comparison set for Pikachu ex. Comparable entries in this snapshot: 6 cards, 4 distinct sets. Comparable prices currently cover $2.33-$1355.05, a 58057% band. Against the sample mean of $322.51, this card is -79%. Notable alternatives include Pikachu ex #277 (Ascended Heroes) at $466.92, Pikachu ex #276 (Ascended Heroes) at $1355.05, Pikachu ex #247 (Surging Sparks) at $97.43, and Pikachu ex #106 (Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos) at $10.39.

Question 5

What set is Pikachu ex #179 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Prismatic Evolutions entered circulation in 2025. It belongs to the Scarlet & Violet series. The checklist contains 180 cards, placing it in a large expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 1 year old and still in a recent release window. Pikachu ex (#179) is one of the Hyper Rare prints in this expansion.

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