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Logan Paul is putting his Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10 card on the auction block, a card often considered the most valuable in the Pokémon world. The auction is being managed by Goldin, with bidding opening at 8:00 PM EST on January 5, 2026. The auction will conclude on February 15, 2026, with extended bidding starting at 10:00 PM EST on the final day. By January 6, 2026, the top bid, including the buyer’s premium, had already reached around $1.6 million, with 40 days still remaining in the auction.
This Pikachu Illustrator card is revered for its rarity and importance in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, having been awarded to winners of a 1998 illustration contest in Japan. According to Guinness World Records, only 39 such cards exist.
Logan Paul purchased this card in 2021 for $5,275,000, setting the record for the highest private purchase price of a Pokémon card. He has made public appearances wearing the card, notably at WrestleMania 38, where it was showcased in a special case attached to a gold chain.
Configuration at a Glance
- Single auction item: Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10 card
- Includes a custom gold chain and display case
- Logan Paul will personally deliver the card to the auction winner
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Pikachu Illustrator has a special “Illustrator” marking
- Features a pen icon as a unique identifier
- Artwork by Atsuko Nishida, the original artist for Pikachu
Autographs & Relics
- No autographs or memorabilia on the card itself
- Comes with a custom gold chain and display case, as worn by Logan Paul at WrestleMania 38
Collector Notes
- The Pikachu Illustrator was never part of a traditional set; it was awarded to contest winners in Japan
- Recognized by its “Illustrator” label and pen icon, with artwork by Atsuko Nishida
- Logan Paul’s purchase of the card in July 2021 for $5.275 million set a Guinness World Record for Pokémon card sales
- The card’s sale and handover are being documented, including coverage on the Netflix series King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch
- Logan Paul’s personal delivery and the inclusion of the custom gold chain are unique features of this auction
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