The 10 Most Expensive Alternative Art Pokémon Cards on Amazon (2024)

When it comes to collecting Pokémon cards, chasing those high rarity cards is what it's all about. Not only do alternative art Pokémon cards look amazing, especially when your favorite Pokémon is front and center behind a spectacular theme, but they are also some of the best cards you can pull in each set, which makes alternative art Pokémon cards sometimes extremely expensive!

When browsing through Amazon trying to find what you could actually get when it came to alternate art Pokémon cards, we were happy when we found Rayquaza V from Evolving Skies. Coming in at our number ten spot with its current price point of $121.07! This card is just absolutely fabulous, even though I am more of a Groudon guy, the appeal for Rayquaza V still really holds its ground. Only a couple of modern Rayquaza cards hold real value, so the fact you can still pick up this Rayquaza V on Amazon is amazing.

We love how the artwork does a really great job at showing you the sheer size of how big Rayquaza actually is; no wonder he was able to defeat Kyogre and Groudon.

The number nine spot is going to Dragonite V from Evolving Skies. Yes, another V card and another card from Evolving Skies, but man, these cards don't get old! This card has a current price point of $139.93, solidifying its spot in the top 10. When it comes to Dragonite V, you can't really go wrong. Not only does this card look fantastic, but it also makes an awesome addition to any collection.

We love how Dragonite V is showcased resting in the air with Spearows and Fearow below him with not a single care in the world; it gives off a sleepy but extremely powerful vibe!

Coming in at number eight, we have Lugia V from Silver Tempest. This card is a favorite for the team at TCG Review. When Silver Tempest released, this card was a chase card for many, and you can easily see why. Not only does the artwork show Lugia almost creating a hurricane over a fellow trainer, but it also gives you a real glimpse into how strong Lugia really is! With a current price point of $161.72 on Amazon, this card is unbelievably cool.

If you are looking for a card to show off in your collection that showcases Lugia, this is one modern card that will surely do just that!

We have reached the number seven spot, and it goes to Charizard EX from Pokémon 151! If you have been collecting Pokémon cards in the last couple of months, you definitely know this card. Scarlet & Violet 151 was a nostalgic set that really brought back some awesome new artworks, including Charizard EX. With its current price sitting at $185.00 on Amazon, this card is just a staple in most recent collectors' collections. The hype around this card never ceases to amaze me and is really just another Charizard card you need to get.

As an avid collector of Pokémon 151, I have multiple copies of this Charizard, and never have I once gotten bored of opening it up or adding another one to my collection. I love how Charizard majestically flies in the background next to an active volcano at sunset; like, how can you even beat that?

Well, guys, it looks like we've reached the number six spot, and Charizard EX from Paldean Fates takes the spot. We know what you're thinking: another Charizard EX card, and the answer is, are you even really surprised? The Charizard EX from Paldean Fates was just released this month and is the most expensive card in the set. With every collector currently chasing this card to complete their Paldean Fates collection, this Charizard EX currently sits on Amazon at $209.99. This number might possibly decrease over time, but currently, it is exploding in the Pokémon trading card community!

I don't know about you guys, but when I looked at this shattered artwork, it really reminds me of stained glass, which is just so mesmerizing and beautiful at times. Definitely a card I am going to try to pick up in the future.

Looks like we're at the halfway point, coming in at number five is Leafeon VMAX from Evolving Skies. When it comes to alternative art Pokémon cards, Evolving Skies really has it all, and this Leafeon VMAX is a perfect example. This card currently sits at $224.95 on Amazon, and for any Eevee collector, it's just perfect. Leafeon VMAX is just massive; look at how it completely towers over the farm field it's in!

If you like alternative art Pokémon cards and you like Eevee evolutions, this card is just a no-brainer. Having it in your collection, even as your best Grass-type Pokémon, will impress anyone.

Number four has arrived with Gengar VMAX from Fusion Strike. This is another card that is a fan favorite at TCG Review, and we know you will love it just as much as we do! Gengar VMAX is just a fantastic card to own and really beefs up your collection in general, especially if you love Gengar like we do! If you want a Gengar VMAX, it's going to cost you because not only does he swallow up everything in front of him, but will also swallow your wallet with its current price sitting at $259.07 on Amazon. This card is by no means cheap!

We personally recommend this Gengar VMAX to everyone. If you can afford it, the card looks amazing, tends to hold a high value, and really does scratch that Gengar itch you get sometimes. Oh wait, maybe that's only me (Please help, I'm addicted to buying Gengar cards).

Reaching the top 3 is not an easy feat for a normal Pokémon card. Taking the number three spot is Rayquaza VMAX. This card is the most expensive modern Rayquaza card you can currently buy, which is extremely impressive. We covered Rayquaza V earlier, but Rayquaza VMAX absolutely blows that card out of the water. The current price point of this card on Amazon sits at $419.97, which is almost triple the price of the previous version we talked about. If you are looking for modern Rayquaza grails, this is definitely the card for you, and you can't really go wrong with it being a highly desirable card.

This card is a staple in any high-end collector's binder. The way Rayquaza VMAX is shown gliding through the air over the trees with its full body in frame is something that really sticks in your head.

We are almost done, coming in with our number two spot, which goes to Giratina V from Lost Origin. This card is just another grail when it comes to alternative art Pokémon cards in the modern scene. Just looking at the card, it has such unique artwork that you really can't forget it; it stands out and just feels special. Now, I was unfortunately not lucky enough to pull this card, but I have seen the card multiple times in card collections and have always been in awe. This card does not come cheap, being second on the list with its current price sitting at $495.82 on Amazon. It is extremely expensive.

If you love Giratina or need a card that holds real value that you want to use for trading/selling, Giratina V is the card for you. The artwork is amazing, and just like Rayquaza VMAX, it is highly desirable, so it's hard to go wrong.

Bringing us to our number one spot is Umbreon VMAX from Evolving Skies. This card is not only the most expensive alternative art Pokémon card; it is also among the most expensive VMAX Pokémon cards. If you are in the Pokémon card scene in any aspect and are looking for the most desired Eevee evolution, congratulations, you have found it. Umbreon VMAX is a massive pick-up, and if you want this card, it comes with an extremely expensive price tag. The current price of this card on Amazon is $1000. This card is the only four-figure card on this list and continues to rise each day, so if you want it, we recommend not waiting!

This artwork is one of the coolest alt-arts you can buy, with Umbreon reaching towards the moon and almost touching it. You can feel the magic of the card and truly sense the essence of how majestic this card really is.