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Logan Paul is putting his Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10 card on the auction block, recognized as one of the most prized Pokémon cards. The auction is organized by Goldin, with the bidding having commenced at 8:00 PM EST on January 5, 2026. The auction is scheduled to conclude on February 15, 2026, with extended bidding starting at 10:00 PM EST on the final day. By January 6, 2026, the leading bid, including buyer’s premium, had climbed to an estimated $1.6 million, with 40 days remaining in the auction.
The Pikachu Illustrator card is celebrated for its scarcity and importance in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, originally given to winners of an illustration competition in Japan in 1998. According to Guinness World Records, only 39 copies were ever made.
Logan Paul purchased this card in 2021 for a record $5,275,000, marking the highest private purchase price for a Pokémon card. He has showcased the card publicly, notably during WrestleMania 38, where it was displayed in a specially designed case on a gold chain.
Configuration at a Glance
- Single auction item: Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10 card
- Comes with a custom gold chain and display case
- Logan Paul will personally deliver the card to the auction winner
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Pikachu Illustrator carries the exclusive “Illustrator” title
- Features a pen icon as a unique element
- Artwork by Atsuko Nishida, the original artist of Pikachu
Autographs & Relics
- No signatures or memorabilia on the card itself
- Accompanied by a custom gold chain and display case, as worn by Logan Paul at WrestleMania 38
Collector Notes
- Pikachu Illustrator was never part of a regular set; it was awarded to contest winners in Japan
- The card is distinguished by its “Illustrator” label and pen icon, along with Atsuko Nishida's artwork
- 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 auction and delivery are being documented, including coverage on the Netflix series King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch
- Personal delivery by Logan Paul and the inclusion of the custom gold chain make this auction particularly special
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