Pokemon Illustration Rare cards (IR) feature full-art illustrations that extend to the card edges — introduced in the Scarlet & Violet era. There are 1,302 Illustration Rare and Special Illustration Rare Pokemon cards tracked. These cards command premium prices due to their exceptional artwork.
Last updated: May 23, 2026
Most Valuable Illustration Rare Pokemon Cards (2026)
The most expensive illustration rare pokemon cards by current market price:
Umbreon ex from Prismatic Evolutions — $1429.68
Umbreon ex - 161/131 from SV: Prismatic Evolutions — $1429.68
Mega Gengar ex - 284/217 from ME: Ascended Heroes — $1336.84
Pikachu ex - 276/217 from ME: Ascended Heroes — $1300.91
Mew ex - 232/091 from SV: Paldean Fates — $892.66
Mew ex from Paldean Fates — $892.66
Mega Charizard X ex from Phantasmal Flames — $876.94
Mega Charizard X ex - 125/094 from ME02: Phantasmal Flames — $872.64
Mega Dragonite ex - 290/217 from ME: Ascended Heroes — $831.02
Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex from Destined Rivals — $559.06
Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex - 231/182 from SV10: Destined Rivals — $559.05
Pikachu ex - 277/217 from ME: Ascended Heroes — $460.48
Charizard ex - 199/165 from SV: Scarlet & Violet 151 — $457.38
Charizard ex from 151 — $457.38
Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex - 281/217 from ME: Ascended Heroes — $456.58
Sylveon ex - 156/131 from SV: Prismatic Evolutions — $430.10
Sylveon ex from Prismatic Evolutions — $430.10
Magikarp from Paldea Evolved — $399.80
Magikarp - 203/193 from SV02: Paldea Evolved — $397.88
Greninja ex - 214/167 from SV06: Twilight Masquerade — $362.16
Pokemon Illustration Rare Card Price Statistics
Total Illustration Rare cards tracked: 1,302
Highest value: $1429.68
Lowest value: $362.16
Average price: $741.65
Frequently Asked Questions
How many illustration rare pokemon cards are there?
There are 1,302 illustration rare pokemon cards with active market prices tracked on Guardian TCG. Prices are updated daily from multiple market sources.
What is the most expensive illustration rare pokemon card?
The most expensive illustration rare pokemon card is Umbreon ex from Prismatic Evolutions, currently valued at $1429.68.
What is the pokemon illustration rare card rarity guide?
Illustration Rare is one of the Pokemon card rarity tiers. Pokemon uses multiple rarity levels to classify cards by scarcity. Illustration Rare cards are among the harder-to-find cards in the set. Prices range from $362.16 to $1429.68 with an average of $741.65.
Are illustration rare pokemon cards valuable?
Yes — some illustration rare pokemon cards can be very valuable. The top 5 most valuable are: Umbreon ex ($1429.68), Umbreon ex - 161/131 ($1429.68), Mega Gengar ex - 284/217 ($1336.84), Pikachu ex - 276/217 ($1300.91), Mew ex - 232/091 ($892.66).
What is the pokemon illustration rare card price range?
Pokemon Illustration Rare cards range from $362.16 to $1429.68, with an average price of $741.65. Guardian TCG tracks live prices from eBay sold listings and market data updated daily.