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Pikachu - HeartGold & SoulSilver (#78)
- Number
- 78
- Illustrator
- match
- Energy
- Lightning
It raises its tail to check its surroundings. The tail is sometimes struck by lightning in this pose.
Pikachu - HeartGold & SoulSilver
Pikachu is a Common Pokémon card from the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokémon TCG set, released 2010, illustrated by match. It sits at card number 78 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver checklist, classified as a Lightning-type Pokémon with 60 HP and the Basic subtype.
In collector terms, this is a common card. The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $65.50. This is the highest available reference across the 2 listed variants. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Pikachu has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#78 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 85Elite
Strong market heat, icon status.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
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 just now
Market price history
Sale History 85 sales · since 2022-11-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAW | $76.76 | ||
| RAW | $75.68 | ||
| RAW | $68.05 | ||
| RAW | $65.50 | ||
| RAW | $52.50 | ||
| RAW | $50.27 | ||
| RAW | $62.00 | ||
| RAW | $62.00 | ||
| RAW | $80.80 | ||
| RAW | $82.87 | ||
| RAW | $87.53 | ||
| RAW | $87.53 | ||
| RAW | $87.53 | ||
| RAW | $87.53 | ||
| RAW | $87.53 | ||
| RAW | $87.53 | ||
| RAW | $89.99 | ||
| RAW | $89.40 | ||
| PSA 8 | $47.17 | ||
| PSA 9 | $90.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $99.00 | ||
| RAW | $89.95 | ||
| RAW | $89.85 | ||
| PSA 8 | $47.17 | ||
| PSA 9 | $90.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $99.00 | ||
| RAW | $89.85 | ||
| RAW | $89.70 | ||
| PSA 8 | $47.17 | ||
| PSA 9 | $90.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $99.00 | ||
| RAW | $89.70 | ||
| RAW | $89.64 | ||
| PSA 8 | $47.17 | ||
| PSA 9 | $90.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $99.00 | ||
| RAW | $89.64 | ||
| RAW | $89.40 | ||
| PSA 9 | $63.47 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $70.00 | ||
| RAW | $89.40 | ||
| RAW | $88.17 | ||
| PSA 9 | $63.47 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $70.00 | ||
| RAW | $88.17 | ||
| RAW | $87.82 | ||
| PSA 9 | $50.09 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $55.00 | ||
| RAW | $87.82 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $93.04 | ||
| RAW | $93.04 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $93.07 | ||
| RAW | $89.61 | ||
| RAW | $89.61 | ||
| RAW | $92.48 | ||
| RAW | $92.48 | ||
| RAW | $92.48 | ||
| RAW | $92.48 | ||
| RAW | $92.48 | ||
| RAW | $92.48 | ||
| RAW | $67.37 | ||
| RAW | $67.37 | ||
| RAW | $67.37 | ||
| RAW | $67.37 | ||
| RAW | $67.37 | ||
| RAW | $67.37 | ||
| RAW | $67.37 | ||
| RAW | $67.37 | ||
| RAW | $67.37 | ||
| RAW | $67.37 | ||
| RAW | $67.37 | ||
| RAW | $67.37 |
Other printings of Pikachu
Pikachu FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Pikachu from HeartGold & SoulSilver worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $65.50. 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 Pikachu?
This printing is a common card (the card is labeled "Common" on the checklist). Pikachu has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Pikachu?
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 Pikachu released?
The HeartGold & SoulSilver set released in 2010, so this card (#78 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Pikachu?
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 Pikachu 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.