The World’s Most Valuable Pokémon Cards (2025 Edition)

The Most Expensive Pokémon Cards Ever Sold

By Slaughterking187

Would You Buy These Pokémon Cards at These Prices?

You thought luxury cars were pricey? Try Pokémon cards. Some of these rare, mint-condition collectibles have sold for hundreds of thousands—and even millions—of dollars. Here are 20 of the most expensive Pokémon cards ever sold, proving the power (and price) of this global phenomenon.

1. Illustrator Pikachu — $5,275,000

YouTuber Logan Paul made history when he purchased this PSA 10 card for over $5 million, making it the most expensive Pokémon card ever sold.

2. Trophy Pikachu #2 (Silver, 2nd Place) — $440,000

Only 14 copies of this card exist, with one mint-condition version selling for nearly half a million dollars.

3. 1999 1st Edition Holographic Charizard — $420,000

A fan-favorite and a true collector’s prize, this Charizard remains one of the most coveted cards in Pokémon history.

4. Galaxy Star Holo Blastoise — $360,000

With just two known copies, this presentation card is a holy grail for serious collectors.

5. Trophy Pikachu #3 (Bronze, 3rd Place) — $300,000

Even rarer than the silver version—only four copies exist—this card still commands an incredible price.

6. Snap Pikachu — $270,000

Originally from the Pokémon Snap contest, this card resurfaced after decades and sold for nearly $300k.

7. Tsunekazu Ishihara GX Signed Promo — $247,230

A one-of-a-kind collectible featuring Pokémon Company president Tsunekazu Ishihara, signed and highly respected among fans.

8. Umbreon Gold Star Holo — $180,000

Awarded to Japan’s top Pokémon Player Club members, this exclusive card required 70,000 points to earn.

9. Family Event Trophy Kangaskhan — $175,000

Given only to participants in a 1998 Japan tournament, just 11 graded copies are known to exist.

10. 1st Edition Lugia Holographic — $144,300

This BGS 10 Pristine Lugia is one of only three cards at that quality level worldwide.

11. Toshiyuki Yamaguchi No. 2 Trainer — $137,500

A personal, one-of-a-kind trophy card featuring the champion’s own image alongside Pikachu.

12. Snap Magikarp — $136,000

After disappearing for 23 years, this Pokémon Snap promo resurfaced and fetched six figures.

13. Extra Battle Day Lillie — $108,000

An extremely rare promo card from a 2019 Japanese event pack, valued for its limited availability.

14. Super Secret Battle No. 1 Trainer — $90,000

Awarded only to winners of a 1999 Japan tournament—just seven exist.

15. Snap Gyarados — $87,500

Another Pokémon Snap rarity, prized for its unique 3D artwork and scarcity.

16. Tamamushi University Magikarp — $78,000

A quiz prize card from a 1990s event, believed to have fewer than 100 copies worldwide.

17. 2010 World Championship Master’s Key — $66,000

Granted to tournament participants, this card symbolizes elite status among Pokémon players.

18. 1996 Japanese Venusaur (No Rarity Symbol) — $55,000

Early print runs lacked the rarity symbol, making these true originals—and highly valuable.

19. 1st Edition Blastoise Holo — $45,000

A classic fan-favorite and first-edition holo, always in high demand among collectors.

20. 1st Edition Shadowless Chansey Holo — $36,877

Hard to find in mint condition, this Base Set card remains a cornerstone of serious collections.

Bottom Line:

From a $5 million Pikachu to six-figure Charizards, Pokémon cards have become serious investments. Whether you collect for nostalgia or profit, one thing’s certain — this fan base isn’t playing around.