modern-to-grade · holo
Pikachu
SM Black Star Promos · #SM162 · English · released 2017
Raw market price
$173
7 days
▲ 4.1%
30 days
▲ 8%
90 days
▲ 66.8%
Graded prices & PSA population
| Grade | Market price | PSA population |
|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | $1,810 | 1,920 |
| PSA 9 | $261 | 5,290 |
| PSA 8 | $156 | 2,984 |
PSA population recorded 2026-07-20 · total graded 11,991
Why this card matters
pop
PSA 10 pop of 1,919 is large for a promo; 5,252 PSA 9s flood the grade below. No reprint pressure helps, but raw supply is clearly abundant.
demand
Pikachu is the apex Pokémon IP anchor — perennial collector demand. SM promo holo format sustains crossover appeal across graders and demographics.
artist
Classic Pikachu holo promo finish is clean and collectible, but not a landmark art piece. Finish elevates it above base; no unique artist narrative drives premium.
catalyst
8% 30d momentum is modest. PSA 10 comps show wide spread ($1,520–$2,040), signaling thin, fragile liquidity. No imminent event or set anniversary identified.
Graded comps on record
$1,858
CGC 10
$1,810
PSA 10
$1,520
TAG 10
$677
BGS 9.5
$566
CGC 10
$325
TAG 8.5
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Market data recorded 2026-07-15 from licensed market sources. MASTER records prices daily and never invents a number — estimated values are always labeled. Not financial advice.