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Logan Paul is auctioning his Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10, widely recognized as the most valuable Pokémon card. The auction is hosted by Goldin, with bidding that started at 8:00 PM EST on January 5, 2026. The auction will close on February 15, 2026, with extended bidding beginning at 10:00 PM EST on the final day. As of January 6, 2026, the highest bid, including buyer’s premium, had reached approximately $1.6 million, with 40 days left in the auction process.
The Pikachu Illustrator card is known for its rarity and significance in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, having originally been awarded to winners of an illustration contest in Japan in 1998. Only 39 copies were produced, according to Guinness World Records.
Logan Paul acquired this card in 2021 for $5,275,000, setting the record for the highest private purchase price for a Pokémon card. He has made public appearances wearing the card, notably at WrestleMania 38, where it was displayed in a custom case attached to a gold chain.
Configuration at a Glance
- Single auction lot: Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10 card
- Includes custom gold chain and display case
- Personal delivery by Logan Paul to the auction winner
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Pikachu Illustrator features unique “Illustrator” designation
- Pen icon on the card as a distinguishing feature
- Artwork by Atsuko Nishida, original Pikachu artist
Autographs & Relics
- No autographs or memorabilia pieces on the card itself
- Card 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 standard set; it was a prize for contest winners in Japan
- Card is recognized by its “Illustrator” label and pen icon, as well as artwork by Atsuko Nishida
- Logan Paul’s acquisition of the card in July 2021 for $5.275 million set a Guinness World Record for Pokémon card sales
- The card’s sale and delivery are being documented, including coverage on the Netflix series King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch
- Personal delivery by Logan Paul and inclusion of the custom gold chain are unique aspects of this auction
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