💡 An iconic Psychic holo from the 1999 Base Set. Mewtwo 10/102, Rare Holo, illustrated by Ken Sugimori. As of June 2026, the Unlimited holo sits around $78. As the star of the first movie, Mewtwo Strikes Back, it remains a steady collector favorite.
Card Basics
Name: Mewtwo
Set: Base Set · released January 1999
Number: 10/102
Rarity: Rare Holo
Type: Psychic · HP 60
Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
Stats & Features
A Base Set-era Psychic attacker with a scaling Psychic attack and the defensive Barrier move.
Psychic: 10 base damage plus 10 more for each Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon
Barrier: discard 1 Psychic Energy to prevent all effects and damage done to Mewtwo during the opponent's next turn
Weakness: Psychic ×2 / Retreat cost: 3
It is an energy-dependent attacker, so its value today is far more about collecting than competitive play.
Price & Where to Buy
As of June 2026, the TCGPlayer market price for the Unlimited holo is around $78. Note that even for the same 10/102, prices rise sharply in the order Unlimited < Shadowless < 1st Edition.
1st Edition, Shadowless, and high PSA grades run into the hundreds of dollars
The common Unlimited holo is the best entry point
Before buying, check for the shadow on the left frame and the 1st Edition stamp
Note: prices vary widely by grade, version, and time, and this is not investment advice.
Why This Card Is Famous
Mewtwo has been the strongest Legendary Pokémon since the very first 1996 games, and it exploded in popularity as the star of the 1998 film Mewtwo Strikes Back. As one of just 16 holo rares in the 102-card Base Set, it sits alongside Charizard and Umbreon as a cornerstone of any Base Set collection.
FAQ
Q. What is it worth right now?
A. As of June 2026 the Unlimited holo is around $78. 1st Edition and high PSA grades go much higher.
Q. Where can I buy it?
A. On marketplaces like TCGPlayer and eBay, or at local card shops. Always confirm the version (1st / Shadowless / Unlimited).
Q. How do I know if mine is 1st Edition?
A. A round 'Edition 1' stamp on the left means 1st Edition. No stamp and no shadow on the left frame means Shadowless; with a shadow it is Unlimited.
Q. Is it worth grading with PSA?
A. For 1st Edition or Shadowless copies, grading is well worth it. For the common Unlimited, only if the condition is excellent.
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