Title: Logan Paul Puts His Rare Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10 Pokémon Card Up for Auction
Subtitle: The most coveted Pokémon card, owned by Logan Paul, is now on the auction block at Goldin.
Meta Description: Logan Paul is auctioning his highly sought-after Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10 card via Goldin, with bids already reaching $1.6 million. Discover the details of this unique auction.
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What’s New
Logan Paul is selling his Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10, often considered the pinnacle of Pokémon cards in terms of value. The auction is facilitated by Goldin, with bidding commencing at 8:00 PM EST on January 5, 2026. The process will conclude on February 15, 2026, with extended bidding starting at 10:00 PM EST on the closing day. As of January 6, 2026, the top bid, inclusive of buyer’s premium, has reached roughly $1.6 million, with 40 days remaining for the auction.
The Pikachu Illustrator card stands out for its rarity and importance in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, having been originally awarded to winners of a 1998 illustration contest in Japan. According to Guinness World Records, only 39 copies were ever made.
Logan Paul purchased this card in 2021 for $5,275,000, setting a record for the highest private sale price of a Pokémon card. He has been seen wearing the card publicly, most notably at 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
- 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 is marked with a special “Illustrator” designation
- Features a pen icon as a notable characteristic
- Artwork by Atsuko Nishida, the original artist of Pikachu
Autographs & Relics
- No autographs or memorabilia elements on the card itself
- Card is accompanied by a custom gold chain and display case, as showcased by Logan Paul at WrestleMania 38
Collector Notes
- The Pikachu Illustrator was never part of a regular set; it was a prize for contest winners in Japan
- Identified by its “Illustrator” tag and pen icon, with artwork by Atsuko Nishida
- Logan Paul’s acquisition in July 2021 for $5.275 million set a Guinness World Record for Pokémon card transactions
- The sale and delivery of the card are being documented, including on the Netflix series King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch
- Logan Paul’s personal delivery and the inclusion of the custom gold chain are distinctive features of this auction
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