Pidgeot ex 225 / 197 Pokemon Card from Obsidian Flames Set
Pidgeot ex is a Stage 2 Colorless-type Pokémon card with 280 HP. It features artwork by Jerky and is part of the Obsidian Flames set in the Scarlet & Violet…
Set: Obsidian Flames
Number: 225/197
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
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About the Pidgeot ex Pokémon Card
Pidgeot ex is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 280 HP from the Obsidian Flames set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 225/197 and is classified as Special Illustration Rare. The Obsidian Flames set was released on August 11, 2023.
Pidgeot ex Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Pidgeot ex
Card number: 225/197
Set: Obsidian Flames
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
Subtypes: Stage 2, ex
Type: Colorless
HP: 280
Artist: Jerky
Release date: August 11, 2023
National Pokédex number: 18
Why Collect the Pidgeot ex Pokémon Card?
Pidgeot ex sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Obsidian Flames set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Pidgeot ex Pokémon Card
Pidgeot ex was illustrated by Jerky.
For Special Illustration Rare cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Pidgeot ex Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Pidgeot ex is about
5.61. Recent listings range from roughly
6.54 (low) to $75.00 (high), with a mid-point near
5.99. 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 Obsidian Flames set has a median card value near $0.26 and an average near .50, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +2% over the last 7 days and -8% 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 Obsidian Flames set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Pidgeot ex Pokémon Card
Whether Pidgeot 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.
PSA has graded 8,879 copies of this card, of which 2,332 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 26.3%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Pidgeot ex Pokémon Card?
Special Illustration Rare cards such as Pidgeot ex are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (225/197) sits above the set's printed total of 197, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 8,879 copies to date.
Other Printings of Pidgeot ex
Pidgeot ex appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Paldean Fates 221 (around .68), Obsidian Flames 217 (around .37) and Obsidian Flames 164 (around
.89).
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 Pidgeot ex Pokémon Card
The Pidgeot ex pokémon card is a Special Illustration Rare card from the Obsidian Flames set (Scarlet & Violet series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about
5.61; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Pidgeot ex card from?
Pidgeot ex is from the Obsidian Flames set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 225/197 with the Special Illustration Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Pidgeot ex card?
Pidgeot ex is classified as Special Illustration Rare.
How much is the Pidgeot ex 225/197 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
5.61, within a recent range of roughly
6.54 to $75.00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Pidgeot ex card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 8,879 copies so far, with about 26.3% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Pidgeot ex?
PSA has graded 8,879 copies, of which 2,332 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 26.3%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Pidgeot ex card?
Special Illustration Rare cards such as Pidgeot ex are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Obsidian Flames set released?
The Obsidian Flames set was released on August 11, 2023.
Are there other printings of Pidgeot ex?
Yes. Pidgeot ex appears on 8 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
