Lugia-EX 68 / 98 Pokemon Card from Ancient Origins Set

Lugia-EX — Ancient Origins 68/98 Pokémon TCG card

Lugia-EX is a Basic Pokémon card from the Ancient Origins set in the XY series. It has a type of Colorless and an HP of 170. The card features artwork by Eske…

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About the Lugia-EX Pokémon Card

Lugia-EX is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 170 HP from the Ancient Origins set, part of the XY series. It carries the collector number 68/98 and is classified as Rare Holo EX. The Ancient Origins set was released on August 12, 2015.

Lugia-EX Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Lugia-EX

Card number: 68/98

Set: Ancient Origins

Series: XY

Rarity: Rare Holo EX

Subtypes: Basic, EX

Type: Colorless

HP: 170

Artist: Eske Yoshinob

Release date: August 12, 2015

National Pokédex number: 249

Why Collect the Lugia-EX Pokémon Card?

Lugia-EX is a solid addition to the Ancient Origins set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Lugia-EX Pokémon Card

Lugia-EX was illustrated by Eske Yoshinob.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Lugia-EX Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Lugia-EX is about

6.34. Recent listings range from roughly $7.50 (low) to
9.99 (high), with a mid-point near
0.32. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Ancient Origins set has a median card value near

.10 and an average near $31.93, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -49% over the last 7 days and -49% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Ancient Origins set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Lugia-EX Pokémon Card

Whether Lugia-EX is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

How Rare Is the Lugia-EX Pokémon Card?

Rare Holo EX cards like Lugia-EX are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

Other Printings of Lugia-EX

Lugia-EX appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Plasma Storm 134 (around $725), Ancient Origins 94 (around

11) and Plasma Storm 108 (around $62.15).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Lugia-EX Pokémon Card

The Lugia-EX pokémon card is a Rare Holo EX card from the Ancient Origins set (XY series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Ancient Origins set. Its current aggregated market price is about

6.34; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Lugia-EX card from?

Lugia-EX is from the Ancient Origins set (XY series), numbered 68/98 with the Rare Holo EX rarity.

What rarity is the Lugia-EX card?

Lugia-EX is classified as Rare Holo EX.

How much is the Lugia-EX 68/98 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

6.34, within a recent range of roughly $7.50 to
9.99. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Lugia-EX card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

How rare is the Lugia-EX card?

Rare Holo EX cards like Lugia-EX are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

When was the Ancient Origins set released?

The Ancient Origins set was released on August 12, 2015.

Are there other printings of Lugia-EX?

Yes. Lugia-EX appears on 5 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.