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Statistics About The Most Expensive Pokemon Card

The most expensive Pokemon card sold at auction is a 1999 1st Edition Shadowless holographic Charizard card, fetching a record price of $369,000 in 2020.

In this post, we will explore the world of Pokemon card collecting by diving into the realm of the most expensive Pokemon cards ever sold. From rare promotional cards to coveted first edition classics, these statistics showcase the astounding prices collectors are willing to pay for these prized possessions.

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"The Pre-Release Raichu card sold for $10,000."

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Statistic 2

"In 2019, a Trophy Pikachu Trainer Promo card sold for $100,000."

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Statistic 3

"A 1999-2000 First Edition Charizard card sold for $220,574 in 2020."

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"The most expensive Pokémon card ever sold is a Pikachu Illustrator card, which was sold for $900,000 in 2022."

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"No. 2 Trainer card sold for $110,100 in 2021."

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"The 1998 Pokémon Japanese Promo - Tamamushi University Magikarp Trophy card sold for $66,100."

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"A promo card called the "Trainer No. 3" sold for $60,000 in 2020."

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"In 2021, a first-edition Charizard card graded PSA 10 sold for $369,000."

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Statistic 9

"Commanding prices of $55,000 and up, Tropical Mega Battle cards are highly sought after."

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Statistic 10

"The 2010 Pokémon World Championships Master Key card sold for $21,000."

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"The rarest Pokémon card, Pikachu Illustrator, also has only 39 copies in existence."

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Statistic 12

"A Mewtwo holo Pokémon card from the 1999 Base Set sold for $20,000."

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"Kangaskhan Parent/Child Tournament’ card sold for $150,000 in 2021."

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"In 2021, a set of Pokémon-Snap cards sold at auction for $11,000."

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"The 2005 EX Holon Phantoms - Gold Star Espeon card sold for $22,508."

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"In 2020, an illustrator Pikachu card sold for over $400,000."

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"A 2016 Pokémon World Championships Promo - Staff card went for $15,000."

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Statistic 18

"A 1st Edition Venusaur card sold for $50,000."

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Statistic 19

"A 1st Edition Blastoise card sold for $45,000 in 2021."

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Statistic 20

"A Shadowless Charizard card sold for $220,574 in 2020."

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The Pokémon card market has seen astonishing sales in recent years, with prices reaching astronomical figures for rare and coveted cards. From the iconic Pikachu Illustrator card selling for $900,000 in 2022 to the 1999-2000 First Edition Charizard card fetching $220,574 in 2020, collectors have demonstrated their willingness to pay exorbitant amounts for these nostalgic treasures. The demand for these rare cards shows no sign of waning, as evidenced by the high prices commanded by cards like the Trophy Pikachu Trainer Promo, First Edition Charizards, and Tropical Mega Battle cards. As the Pokémon card collecting community continues to grow, it’s clear that these pieces of cardboard hold immense sentimental and monetary value for enthusiasts worldwide.

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