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Logan Paul is offering his Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10 card, renowned as the most priceless Pokémon card, at auction. The auction is being conducted by Goldin, with bidding that commenced at 8:00 PM EST on January 5, 2026. The auction is set to conclude on February 15, 2026, with extended bidding starting at 10:00 PM EST on the final day. As of January 6, 2026, the top bid, inclusive of the buyer’s premium, had reached about $1.6 million, with 40 days remaining in the auction period.
The Pikachu Illustrator card is celebrated for its rarity and importance in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, having been initially awarded to winners of a 1998 illustration contest in Japan. According to Guinness World Records, only 39 copies exist.
Logan Paul purchased this card in 2021 for $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 featured in a custom case attached to a gold chain.
Configuration at a Glance
- Single auction item: Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10 card
- Accompanied by a custom gold chain and display case
- Logan Paul will personally deliver the card to the auction winner
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Pikachu Illustrator bears the distinctive “Illustrator” title
- The card is marked by a pen icon as a unique feature
- Artwork by Atsuko Nishida, the original Pikachu artist
Autographs & Relics
- No autographs or memorabilia items on the card itself
- The card includes 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 traditional set; it was a prize for contest winners in Japan
- Recognizable by its “Illustrator” label and pen icon, along with 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 the inclusion of the custom gold chain are distinctive features of this auction
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