Mew ex - Shiny Treasure ex (Special Art Rare) #347/190 [PSA 10]

Name: Mew ex - Shiny Treasure ex (Special Art Rare) #347/190 [PSA 10]
Brand: The Collector
Availability: LimitedAvailability

A PSA 10 graded Japanese Pokémon card of Mew ex, Special Art Rare from the Shiny Treasure ex set, showing Mew floating in a bubble. - view 1

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Scarce (6/10)

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QUICK FACTS

DESCRIPTION

This is a Japanese Pokémon trading card featuring the mythical Pokémon Mew. It is a "Mew ex" card, a specific gameplay mechanic, and is designated as a "Special Art Rare" (SAR), indicated by the full, textured holographic artwork by Natsumi Yoshida. The art depicts Mew floating serenely inside a bubble above a field with other Pokémon like Diglett and Omanyte. The card has been professionally graded by PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator) and awarded a perfect GEM MT 10, signifying a flawless card. It is from the Japanese set SV4a "Shiny Treasure ex".

CULTURAL ECHOES

Where This Object Echoes

Global Creation MythsAncient to Present

Mew's lore as the genetic ancestor of all Pokémon, depicted here in an almost embryonic state, echoes the concept of a 'world egg' or primordial being found in many creation myths, such as the Orphic Egg in Greek mythology or Pangu in Chinese mythology.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•The act of "card hunting" or opening booster packs in search of specific rare cards ("chase cards") is a central ritual in the trading card collecting community.
•Submitting a high-value card for professional grading is another key ritual to preserve, authenticate, and maximize its monetary and collector value.

Meaning Through Time

1990s

Mew was a digital enigma, a mythical creature whispered about on school playgrounds and accessible only through glitches or special events.

2000s-2010s

Mew transitioned from an elusive secret to a beloved, regularly featured icon in movies, merchandise, and games.

2020s (This Card)

Mew is now a subject for high-end, art-driven collectibles, where the illustrator's style and the card's graded rarity are as important as the Pokémon itself.

HISTORICAL STORY

Released in Japan in December 2023 as part of the "Shiny Treasure ex" set (SV4a), this card quickly became a chase card for collectors due to the popularity of Mew and the beautiful artwork. Special Art Rares (SARs) are a high-rarity card type introduced in the Scarlet & Violet era, prized for ...

DID YOU KNOW?

The card number "347/190" indicates it is a "secret rare"—a card with a number higher than the official set count, making it harder to pull from booster packs.

Mew was the original "secret" Pokémon in the first generation games, only obtainable through special distribution events or a now-famous glitch, solidifying its mythical status among fans.

MATERIAL & CONDITION

Surface

The card has a textured, holographic surface characteristic of modern Special Art Rares. It is sealed in a hard, transparent plastic PSA case.

Weight & Feel

Lightweight as a single card, but feels solid and substantial within the protective PSA slab.

Condition

The card is in pristine condition, as confirmed by the professional GEM MT 10 grade from PSA. The slab itself appears free of significant scratches or cracks.

RARITY ANALYSIS

Scarce80-90%

CommonLegendary

Genuinely harder to find. Perhaps only dozens come to market annually. Collectors actively watch for these pieces.

Typical Characteristics

Dozens per year at market
Documented provenance valued
Active collector pursuit

ESTIMATED VALUE

$180 - $250

Updated: Feb 5, 2026

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CONTEXT ANALYSIS

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What Aligned

User claim of 'Original/Authentic' is supported by the PSA grading and encapsulation, a trusted third-party verification.
User claim of 'Origin/Language: Japan' is confirmed by the 'JP' on the PSA label and the Japanese text on the card.
User claim of 'Time Period: 2023' aligns perfectly with the date printed on the PSA label.
User claim of 'Mint' condition is validated by the highest possible grade of 'GEM MT 10' awarded by PSA.