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Logan Paul has decided to auction his Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10, a card often regarded as the most valuable in the Pokémon card realm. This auction is being conducted by Goldin, with bidding that commenced at 8:00 PM EST on January 5, 2026. The auction is set to conclude on February 15, 2026, with extended bidding beginning at 10:00 PM EST on the final evening. By January 6, 2026, the top bid, inclusive of the buyer’s premium, had already reached around $1.6 million, with 40 days remaining in the auction.
The Pikachu Illustrator card is famous for its rarity and importance within the Pokémon Trading Card Game, initially awarded to winners of an illustration contest in Japan in 1998. According to Guinness World Records, only 39 copies were ever produced.
Logan Paul purchased this card in 2021 for a remarkable $5,275,000, marking the record for the highest private purchase price for a Pokémon card. He has been seen publicly with the card, notably during WrestleMania 38, where it was showcased in a custom case attached to a gold chain.
Configuration at a Glance
- Single auction lot: Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10 card
- Comes with a custom gold chain and display case
- Personal delivery by Logan Paul to the auction winner
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Pikachu Illustrator includes a distinctive “Illustrator” designation
- Features a pen icon as a notable characteristic
- Artwork by Atsuko Nishida, the original artist of Pikachu
Autographs & Relics
- No autographs or memorabilia pieces on the card itself
- Card includes a custom gold chain and display case, which Logan Paul wore at WrestleMania 38
Collector Notes
- The Pikachu Illustrator was never part of a standard set; it was awarded as a prize in a Japanese contest
- Card is identified by its “Illustrator” label and pen icon, along with Atsuko Nishida's artwork
- Logan Paul’s acquisition of the card in July 2021 for $5.275 million set a Guinness World Record for Pokémon card sales
- The card’s sale and delivery are being documented, including coverage on the Netflix series King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch
- Unique aspects of this auction include personal delivery by Logan Paul and the inclusion of the custom gold chain
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