Meowth 53/83 Holo Toys R Us Promo Pokémon XY Generations Raw

Pokémon: Meowth

Series: XY

Set: Generations

Card Number: 53/83

Rarity: Promo

Condition: N/A

Grade: Raw

Year: 2016

Illustrator: KrisAki

The Meowth 53/83 is a Holofoil promotional card from the XY—Generations expansion, originally distributed as a Toys "R" Us exclusive starting in April 2016. Distinguished by a unique "Toys 'R' Us" stamp on the artwork, this Colorless-type Basic Pokémon features 60 HP and is illustrated by kirisAki. While it shares the same collector number as the standard common version found in booster packs, this promo variant is categorized as a Promo rarity, making it a distinct and sought-after item for collectors completing the Generations set.

In gameplay, this card features the attack "Exhausted Tackle," which requires one Colorless Energy and involves a coin flip: heads deals 30 damage to the opponent's Active Pokémon, while tails deals 30 damage to Meowth itself. It carries a Weakness to Fighting-type attacks (×2) and a Retreat Cost of one Colorless Energy. The card's utility is often limited by its high-risk attack, but its primary value lies in its promotional status and the iconic retailer stamp that marks it as part of the limited run available only at the now-defunct toy store chain.

The "Raw" condition indicates the card is ungraded, preserving its original state without professional encapsulation. Due to the closure of Toys "R" Us, the supply of mint-condition stamped promos has become finite, driving demand among collectors of the XY series. This specific Meowth variant is prized for its nostalgic appeal and the visual distinction of the stamp, setting it apart from the standard holofoil and reverse holo prints available in the Generations expansion.