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Pichu - HeartGold & SoulSilver (#28)
- Number
- 28
- Illustrator
- match
- Energy
- Lightning
Despite its small size, it can zap even adult humans. However, if it does so, it also surprises itself.
Pichu - HeartGold & SoulSilver
Pichu is a Rare Pokémon card from the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokémon TCG set, released 2010, illustrated by match. It sits at card number 28 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver checklist, classified as a Lightning-type Pokémon with 30 HP and the Basic subtype.
In collector terms, this is a standard rare. The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $40.31. This is the highest available reference across the 2 listed variants. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Pichu has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#28 in HeartGold & SoulSilver) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 62Solid
Strong grading upside. Weak icon status.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
PSA 10 premium over raw NM.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Price references USD
Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.
Where to buy on eBay 24 active listings · updated 2010m ago
Market price history
Sale History 145 sales · since 2023-03-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAW | $44.00 | ||
| RAW | $55.58 | ||
| RAW | $41.00 | ||
| RAW | $39.01 | ||
| RAW | $33.94 | ||
| RAW | $37.06 | ||
| RAW | $34.48 | ||
| RAW | $28.15 | ||
| RAW | $28.62 | ||
| RAW | $28.77 | ||
| RAW | $29.17 | ||
| RAW | $28.63 | ||
| RAW | $28.02 | ||
| RAW | $28.35 | ||
| RAW | $27.50 | ||
| RAW | $33.48 | ||
| RAW | $27.50 | ||
| RAW | $19.38 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $36.00 | ||
| PSA 9 | $39.75 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $44.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $855.09 | ||
| RAW | $20.00 | ||
| RAW | $19.77 | ||
| RAW | $19.99 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $36.00 | ||
| PSA 9 | $45.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $50.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $850.25 | ||
| RAW | $19.99 | ||
| RAW | $22.46 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $36.00 | ||
| PSA 9 | $45.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $50.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $849.38 | ||
| RAW | $22.46 | ||
| RAW | $25.00 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $36.00 | ||
| PSA 9 | $45.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $50.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $845.63 | ||
| RAW | $25.00 | ||
| RAW | $23.68 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $35.24 | ||
| PSA 9 | $43.80 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $48.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $23.68 | ||
| RAW | $22.07 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $35.85 | ||
| PSA 9 | $66.47 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $73.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $22.07 | ||
| RAW | $24.59 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $29.99 | ||
| PSA 9 | $66.52 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $73.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $24.59 | ||
| RAW | $20.07 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $29.99 | ||
| PSA 9 | $68.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $75.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $20.07 | ||
| RAW | $15.12 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $29.99 | ||
| PSA 9 | $68.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $75.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $15.12 | ||
| RAW | $17.95 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $29.99 | ||
| PSA 9 | $68.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $75.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $17.95 | ||
| RAW | $15.40 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $29.99 | ||
| PSA 9 | $53.76 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $59.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $15.40 | ||
| RAW | $14.99 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $29.99 | ||
| PSA 9 | $51.14 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $56.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $14.99 | ||
| RAW | $18.65 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $26.50 | ||
| PSA 9 | $52.35 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $58.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $18.65 | ||
| RAW | $27.52 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $28.00 | ||
| PSA 9 | $42.40 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $47.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $27.52 | ||
| RAW | $27.52 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $28.00 | ||
| PSA 9 | $42.40 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $27.52 | ||
| RAW | $22.14 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 9 | $42.40 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $22.14 | ||
| RAW | $22.14 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 9 | $42.40 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $22.14 | ||
| RAW | $30.00 | ||
| PSA 7 | $21.50 | ||
| PSA 9 | $43.80 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $30.00 | ||
| RAW | $30.00 | ||
| PSA 9 | $105.73 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $30.00 | ||
| RAW | $30.48 | ||
| PSA 9 | $105.73 | ||
| PSA 10 | $450.00 | ||
| RAW | $30.48 |
Other printings of Pichu
Pichu FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Pichu from HeartGold & SoulSilver worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $40.31. The headline selects the highest available reference across the listed variants. Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. Reference prices are not guaranteed sale prices. The variant table shows the available values; inconsistent ranges are hidden. Historical chart values may use different sources or variants.
How rare is Pichu?
This printing is a standard rare (the card is labeled "Rare" on the checklist). Pichu has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Pichu?
match illustrated this card. See match's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.
When was Pichu released?
The HeartGold & SoulSilver set released in 2010, so this card (#28 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Pichu?
The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.
Is Pichu legal in Standard format?
Check the current Pokémon TCG format rules and this exact printing's eligibility before tournament play. A card's age or set alone does not confirm its legality.