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Logan Paul is placing his Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10, known as the most valuable Pokémon card, up for auction. The event is being conducted by Goldin, with bidding that commenced at 8:00 PM EST on January 5, 2026. The auction concludes on February 15, 2026, with extended bidding starting at 10:00 PM EST on the last day. As of January 6, 2026, the top bid, including the buyer’s premium, had reached about $1.6 million, with 40 days remaining in the auction.
This Pikachu Illustrator card is celebrated for its rarity and significance within the Pokémon Trading Card Game, initially awarded to winners of a 1998 illustration contest in Japan. According to Guinness World Records, only 39 copies exist.
Logan Paul purchased this card in 2021 for $5,275,000, setting a record for the highest private purchase of a Pokémon card. He has publicly showcased the card, including at WrestleMania 38, where it was worn in a custom 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 features a unique “Illustrator” designation
- Pen icon on the card serves as a key identifier
- Artwork by Atsuko Nishida, the original Pikachu artist
Autographs & Relics
- No autographs or memorabilia items 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 not part of any standard set; it was a reward for contest winners in Japan
- Recognized by the “Illustrator” label and pen icon, with artwork by Atsuko Nishida
- Logan Paul’s acquisition in July 2021 for $5.275 million set a Guinness World Record for Pokémon card purchases
- The card’s sale and delivery are being chronicled, 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 add unique elements to this auction
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