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Pikachu V SWSH285/307

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Set: SWSH Black Star Promos Released: Nov 15, 2019

Pokémon: Pikachu

Lightning Type Promo Illustrator: You Iribi Evolves To: Pikachu VMAX

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4.89 $0.55 (12.67%)

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Pikachu V SWSH285/307 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	500.79	1.37%	x102
PSA9	38.02	31.65%	x7.8
PSA8	21.90	6.69%	x4.5
PSA7	12.65	17.57%	x2.6

Pikachu V SWSH285/307 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
262
17.81%
$500.79
PSA 9 Mint
819
55.68%
$38.02
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
292
19.85%
$21.90
PSA 7 Near Mint
54
3.67%
$12.65
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
23
1.56%
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PSA 5 Excellent
5
0.34%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
4
0.27%
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PSA 3 Very Good
2
0.14%
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PSA 2 Good
1
0.07%
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PSA 1 Poor
1
0.07%
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Is Pikachu V SWSH285/307 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $4.89 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $37.80

$4.89

Raw

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PSA 1 —

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PSA 2 —

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PSA 3 —

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PSA 4 —

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PSA 5 —

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PSA 6 —

$12.65

PSA 7 −$21.88

$21.90

PSA 8 −$13.84

$38.02

PSA 9 +$0.19

$500.79

PSA 10 +$402.80

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $4.89 raw cost.

Keep in mind: Don't forget about PSA upcharges! High-value cards that get top grades are often bumped to higher pricing tiers by PSA, which can alter your final profit margins.

Pikachu V SWSH285/307 Population Report

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Pikachu
TypeLightning
National Pokédex #[25]
Card Number SWSH285 / 307
Card RarityPromo
IllustratorYou Iribi
LanguageEnglish
Release Date15/11/2019
Regulation MarkF
SeriesSword & Shield
Expansion SWSH Black Star Promos
Evolves To
Pikachu VMAX
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Lightning
Health Points200 HP
Weakness Fighting ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Pika Drive200
During your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.

Rules

V rule: When your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Pikachu joyfully soaring through a bright, dynamic scene. Vibrant yellow hues dominate its fur, contrasting with the energetic blue and green swirls in the background that evoke a sense of movement, as if Pikachu is unleashing its electric powers. The playful atmosphere is enhanced by scattered stars and sparkles, emphasizing its jubilant nature. The art style combines a modern, energetic feel with a slight cartoonish charm, creating an overall mood of excitement and cheerfulness as Pikachu seemingly embraces the thrill of adventure.

Playability Overview

Pikachu V offers strong burst damage with a high-cost attack, but players must carefully plan the next turn since it can't attack immediately afterward.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Electric AdventureThis Pikachu V is bursting with energy and joy, making it a perfect fit for a "Playful Day" page. The vibrant colors and dynamic pose really capture that feeling of an exhilarating day outdoors. Pair it with other lively Pokémon that evoke a sense of fun, like Boltund or Dedenne.Additional Binder Suggestions: Electric Field / Cheerful / Bright Yellow / Adventure Time / Playful Energy

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Pikachu V #SWSH285/307 FAQs: Price, Grading & Collecting

Answers about Pikachu V #SWSH285/307 from SWSH Black Star Promos — live market value, pull rates, PSA grading returns and tournament legality.

Is Pikachu V #SWSH285/307 going up or down in value?

Over the last 30 days, an ungraded Pikachu V has moved up 12.7% to $4.89. PSA 10 copies are up 1.4% over the same period.

How rare is Pikachu V #SWSH285/307?

Pikachu V #SWSH285/307 is a Promo, one of the higher rarity tiers in SWSH Black Star Promos.

Is Pikachu V #SWSH285/307 worth grading?

At $4.89 raw, you need a PSA 10 to profit. A PSA 10 sells for $500.79, giving a net return of +$402.80 after grading costs and selling fees. PSA 9 returns +$0.19 and PSA 8 returns −$13.84, so a PSA 9 or 10 can profit, while anything below that loses money on this card.

How many PSA 10 copies of Pikachu V #SWSH285/307 exist?

PSA have graded 1,471 copies of Pikachu V #SWSH285/307, of which 262 came back as PSA 10. That is a gem rate of 17.8%, or roughly 1 in 5.6 graded copies.

Is Pikachu V #SWSH285/307 hard to get in gem mint?

Yes. At a 17.8% gem rate, Pikachu V grades worse than the SWSH Black Star Promos average by 10.8 points. Clean copies are harder to come by.

Who illustrated Pikachu V #SWSH285/307?

Pikachu V #SWSH285/307 was illustrated by You Iribi, who has illustrated 119 Pokémon cards in total.

Is Pikachu V #SWSH285/307 legal in tournaments?

Pikachu V #SWSH285/307 carries regulation mark F and is currently not legal in Standard, legal in Expanded and legal in Unlimited.

When was Pikachu V #SWSH285/307 released?

Pikachu V #SWSH285/307 was released on 15 November 2019 as part of SWSH Black Star Promos. It belongs to the Modern era and features a Generation 1 Pokémon from the Kanto region.

Pikachu V SWSH285/307

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Is Pikachu V SWSH285/307 worth grading?

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