Pikachu
151 · 173 · Illustration Rare
Current Prices
Set
151Number
173
Rarity
Illustration Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
3,775
Last Updated
Mar 13, 2026
About Pikachu
Pikachu is an ultra-rare chase card and one of the most desirable pulls from 151, numbered 173 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. Pricing for this card is based on the European CardMarket marketplace. With a mid-range market value, Pikachu is a solid addition to any collection and a card worth keeping in good condition.
Pikachu Price Analysis
The current market price for Pikachu from 151 is $54.32 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $33.50 to a high of $199.99. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $1,200 — approximately 22.1x the ungraded market price. Over the past 30 days, Pikachu has increased in value by +9.7%, indicating growing demand among collectors. With a high volume of recorded sales (3,775+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Pikachu
Professional grading is available for Pikachu and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: AOG 9, AOG 9 5, BGS 8 5, BGS 9, BGS 9 5, CGC 10, CGC 8 5, PCA 9 5. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: MINT, NEAR MINT. Grading is worth considering for this card, especially if it is in excellent condition. The price difference between ungraded and a PSA 10 can be substantial at this tier.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cardmarket unsold | PGS 9 5 | $100.00 | $69.99 | $69.99 | 2 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 10 | $179.99 | $179.99 | $179.99 | 6 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 8 5 | $60.00 | $60.00 | $60.00 | 6 |
| cardmarket unsold | PCA 9 5 | $90.00 | $85.00 | $85.00 | 9 |
| cardmarket unsold | MINT | $65.00 | $45.79 | $275.00 | 50 |
| cardmarket unsold | AOG 9 | $99.99 | $68.00 | $68.00 | 2 |
| cardmarket unsold | AOG 9 5 | $70.00 | $70.00 | $70.00 | 5 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 8 5 | $127.50 | $120.00 | $135.00 | 10 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 9 | $150.00 | $95.00 | $150.00 | 6 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 9 5 | $195.00 | $195.00 | $195.00 | 6 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 10 | $1,200 | $390.00 | $450.00 | 7 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 9 | $139.99 | $65.00 | $355.00 | 55 |
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $54.32 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 7 | $64.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 8 | $64.00 | $55.00 | $150.00 | 14 |
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $78.00 | $33.50 | $199.99 | 3,580 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 8 | $65.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 8 5 | $55.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
Is Pikachu a Good Investment?
As an ultra-rare card, Pikachu is in the category most targeted by both collectors and investors. Cards at this rarity tier have historically shown strong long-term appreciation. The upward price trend suggests increasing demand. However, short-term price movements do not always indicate long-term direction. High trading volume makes this card relatively liquid, meaning it can be bought or sold quickly at market price. As with any collectible, values can fluctuate based on market conditions, format legality, nostalgia cycles, and overall demand in the Pokemon TCG market in 2026.
