2016 Pokemon XY Evolutions Vulpix #15/108
Vulpix · The Pokemon Company / Nintendo · Base Card (TCG)
Player
Vulpix
Set
Pokemon XY Evolutions
Year
2016
Card #
#15/108
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 7 (Near Mint). The card appears horizontally off-center (heavy left border) and shows minor corner wear visible through the binder sleeve.
Category
Base Card (TCG)
Manufacturer
The Pokemon Company / Nintendo
Demand Level
Moderate. While XY Evolutions is a popular nostalgic set, this is a common base card rather than a holographic Zard or rare hit.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-25, PSA 10: $50-60
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies sell for approximately $0.50 to $0.99 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently settled around the $55 mark, but this specific card would not achieve that grade due to centering.
Description
This Vulpix card features the iconic artwork by Ken Sugimori, originally seen in the 1999 Base Set. It is part of the XY Evolutions commemorative set, replicating the classic 'retro' look with updated HP and attack stats for modern gameplay. The card shows Vulpix against a dark background with starlight effects, utilizing the Fire-type 'Confuse Ray' attack.
Key Features
Classic Ken Sugimori artwork; 20th Anniversary commemorative Base Set design reprint; popular Pokemon character.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct 2016 copyright font and placement; authentic 'Evolution' set symbol on bottom right; proper energy symbol formatting. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant left-to-right centering imbalance; top-left corner shows slight whitening/softness; minor surface micro-scratches likely present from binder storage without penny sleeves.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk lot on eBay or Mercari, or as a single on TCGPlayer. Not cost-effective for high-end auction houses.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($15+) far exceeds the raw value. List as 'Near Mint' in a bundle with other Evolutions cards to save on shipping. Use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap tracked shipping.