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Pikachu - 151 (#173)

Pokémon Basic Illustration Rare HP 60
TCGplayer market reference
$65.20
holofoil
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Set
151
Number
173
Energy
Lightning
When it is angered, it immediately discharges the energy stored in the pouches in its cheeks.
i About this card

Pikachu - 151

Pikachu is a Illustration Rare Pokémon card from the 151 Pokémon TCG set, released 2023, illustrated by Hiroyuki Yamamoto. It sits at card number 173 in the 151 checklist, classified as a Lightning-type Pokémon with 60 HP and the Basic subtype.

In collector terms, this is an Illustration Rare, the full alt-art tier introduced in the Scarlet & Violet era. The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $65.20. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.

Pikachu has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#173 in 151) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.

Catchinary Index Value

CIV 55Average

Strong icon status. Weak era strength.

Market Heat 50

30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.

Grading Upside 24

PSA 10 premium over raw NM.

Icon Status 95

Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.

Era Strength 55

Release-window weight.

Score blends market heat, grading upside, icon status, era strength. How CIV works →

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.

holofoil
$65.20 market
Range hidden: the stored low, mid, and high values are inconsistent with the reference price. This reference is not a guaranteed sale price.

Where to buy on eBay 24 active listings · updated 2385m ago

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Market price history

Latest
$65.20
Low
$14.77
Dec 2023
High
$105
Jun 2026
Avg
$80.03
Days tracked
221
data points
Change
+254.9%
since first tracked
Tracked since Sep 1, 2023 · 221 data points

Sale History 103 sales · since 2023-09-01

PSA 10 high $134.99 PSA 9 high $42.75 Raw high $77.72
Date Grade Price Lot
RAW $77.72
RAW $69.43
RAW $48.33
RAW $40.68
RAW $37.61
RAW $33.85
RAW $38.50
RAW $44.98
RAW $34.00
RAW $27.78
RAW $24.26
RAW $24.99
RAW $31.00
RAW $35.00
RAW $36.00
? Card FAQ

Pikachu FAQ

Pricing and details from this card's stored record.

How much is Pikachu from 151 worth?

The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $65.20. 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 an Illustration Rare, the full alt-art tier introduced in the Scarlet & Violet era (the card is labeled "Illustration Rare" 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?

Hiroyuki Yamamoto illustrated this card. See Hiroyuki Yamamoto'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 151 set released in 2023, so this card (#173 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.