Shining Mew
Shining Mew is a Rare Shining Pokémon TCG printing from Shining Legends (#40). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $142.79 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2017. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Shining Mew suits collectors working on Shining Legends who need the Rare Shining slot. Treat $142.79 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Shining Mew from Shining Legends?
Shining Mew is a Pokémon card in Shining Legends numbered 40. Because it can use all kinds of moves, many scientists believe Mew to be the ancestor of Pokémon. National Pokédex #151. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Shining Mew worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $142.79 for Shining Mew. Low and high spread runs $120.00 to $796.02. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Shining Legends |
|---|---|
| Number | 40 |
| Rarity | Rare Shining |
| TCGPlayer USD | $142.79 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €71.91 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 30 |
|---|---|
| Types | Psychic |
| Legendary Guidance | Psychic Search your deck for up to 2 Energy cards and attach them to your Pokémon in any way you like. Then, shuffle your deck. |
| Beam | Psychic 10 |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Shining Mew?
Shining Mew is listed as Rare Shining in Shining Legends. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Shining Mew?
Catalog fields: set Shining Legends, rarity Rare Shining. Illustrated by Sanosuke Sakuma. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Shining Mew (#40) is a chase-tier Rare Shining printing in Shining Legends. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Shining Mew is catalogued as Rare Shining printing in Shining Legends, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $142.79.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $142.79 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Shining Mew worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $142.79 for ungraded Shining Mew from Shining Legends. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Shining Mew from?
Shining Mew is listed in Shining Legends (Sun & Moon) as card #40. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Shining Mew?
Our catalog lists Shining Mew as Rare Shining in Shining Legends. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Shining Mew good for collectors or players?
Shining Mew includes gameplay stats in Shining Legends. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Shining Mew?
Grading only makes sense when Shining Mew appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $142.79, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.