Title: Logan Paul Puts Up Rare Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10 Pokémon Card for Auction
Subtitle: Goldin Hosts Auction for Highly Coveted Pokémon Card with Bidding Open Until February 2026
Meta Description: Logan Paul is auctioning his rare Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10 Pokémon card through Goldin, with bidding beginning at $1.6 million. The auction ends on February 15, 2026.
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What’s New
Logan Paul has decided to auction off his Pikachu Illustrator PSA 10, which is often regarded as the most prized Pokémon card. The auction is being conducted 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 last day. As of January 6, 2026, the leading bid, including buyer’s premium, had climbed to about $1.6 million, with 40 days remaining in the auction.
The Pikachu Illustrator card is celebrated for its rarity and value in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, originally given to winners of an illustration contest in Japan in 1998. 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 purchase price for a Pokémon card. He has publicly showcased the card, notably during WrestleMania 38, where it was featured in a special 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 a unique “Illustrator” designation
- Distinctive pen icon on the card
- Artwork by Atsuko Nishida, the original Pikachu artist
Autographs & Relics
- No autographs or memorabilia pieces on the card itself
- The 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 a part of a standard set; it was awarded to contest winners in Japan
- The card is recognized by its “Illustrator” label and pen icon, as well as the 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 transactions
- The card’s sale and delivery are being documented, with coverage on the Netflix series King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch
- The personal delivery by Logan Paul and the inclusion of the custom gold chain add unique elements to this auction
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