Onix - XY Evolutions (Non-Holo Rare) [88/108]

Name: Onix - XY Evolutions (Non-Holo Rare) [88/108]
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Close-up of a Pokémon TCG Onix card from the XY Evolutions set, featuring classic Ken Sugimori artwork.

Estimated value

$1 - $3

Rarity

Ordinary(3/10)

ONIX - XY EVOLUTIONS (NON-HOLO RARE) [88/108]: IDENTIFICATION

This is a non-Holo Rare card featuring the Rock Snake Pokémon Onix, specifically from the XY Evolutions expansion set. The artwork, credited to Ken Sugimori, depicts Onix in its classic, serpentine form, winding across a rocky terrain. The card is a Basic Pokémon, Level 12, with 100 HP, and includes the attacks 'Harden' and 'Rock Throw'. This particular card is a reprint of the original Base Set Onix.

Compare with other trading cards in the archive: Alakazam - Expansion Pack (Holo Rare) [No. 065], Arcanine - XY Evolutions (Holo Rare) [18/108], Blastoise - Expansion Pack (Japanese Base Set) Holofoil [No. 009].

SET RELEASE & PRINT RUN

The XY Evolutions set, released in 2016, was designed as a homage to the original Pokémon Trading Card Game's Base Set, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the franchise. It featured modern reprints of classic cards like this Onix, bringing nostalgic artwork and mechanics to a new generation of players while updating the card frame and game mechanics (like Fairy type Pokémon, which were introduced in XY). This specific card captures early Pokémon TCG with its familiar artwork and attack names.

SCARCITY

Ordinary40-55%

CommonLegendary

Standard antiques commonly found at estate sales and flea markets. Plentiful supply meets modest demand.

Rarity 3/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 169 trading cards items at rarity 3 or higher.

Typical Characteristics

Moderate production runs
Common at estate sales
Entry-level collectibles

Confidence Factors

Common card with low value, reducing incentive for counterfeiting.
Visible set and copyright information aligns with known legitimate releases.
Artwork and card layout are consistent with official Pokémon TCG products.

How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

High confidence is assigned due to clear visibility of the Pokémon name, artwork, card number, set symbol (partially visible), and copyright date, all of which align with a known official release. The identification of the specific set is strong based on the card's characteristics and the 2016 copyright.

KEY EVIDENCE

1The card clearly depicts 'Onix' as the Pokémon character.
2The copyright date '©2016 Pokémon' indicates it's from a modern set, likely XY Evolutions given the re-release of classic cards.
3The lack of holographic shimmer on the main artwork confirms it as a non-Holo card.
4The bottom right corner reveals '88/108', confirming the set code for XY Evolutions and its card number.
5Artist credit 'Bus Ken Sugimor' (likely 'Illus. Ken Sugimori') points to the original artist.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

→Provide clear, well-lit images of the card's back to assess back centering and edge wear more accurately.
→Examine the card's surface under angled light to check for minor scratches, indentations, or print lines.
→Use a jeweler's loupe to inspect the print dots and text clarity, ensuring no signs of common counterfeiting.
→Inquire about the card's storage history to understand potential environmental damage.

CONDITION & GRADE

Condition

The visible edges and corners of the card appear relatively sharp with minimal whitening (wear), suggesting it is in light play to near mint condition. The centering appears decent from the front. A detailed assessment would require examination of the back and under focused light.