Pichu 45/100

Name: Pichu #45 - Stormfront | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: dp7-45
Price: 6.25 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Stormfront Released: Nov 1, 2008

Pokémon

Lightning Type Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 11 packs (9.1%) Evolves To: Pikachu

Raw Prices

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normal

Found in Booster Packs

6.25 $0.60 (10.62%)

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reverse Holofoil

Found in Booster Packs

19.56 $1.87 (10.57%)

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Promotional / Event Release

32.11 $1.38 (4.12%)

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	520.00	—	x83
PSA9	75.42	15.76%	x12
PSA8	43.35	9.78%	x6.9
PSA7	32.77	175.15%	x5.2

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	25,000.00	—	x1,278
PSA9	400.59	—	x20
PSA8	230.77	—	x12

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
4
10.53%
$520.00
PSA 9 Mint
15
39.47%
$75.42
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
9
23.68%
$43.35
PSA 7 Near Mint
5
13.16%
$32.77
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
3
7.89%
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PSA 5 Excellent
0
0.00%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
2
5.26%
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PSA 3 Very Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 2 Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 1 Poor
0
0.00%
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Is Pichu 45/100 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $6.25 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $39.37

$6.25

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 —

$32.77

PSA 7 −$5.74

$43.35

PSA 8 +$3.46

$75.42

PSA 9 +$31.37

$520

PSA 10 +$418.15

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $6.25 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.

Population Report (PSA)

About Pichu

The electric pouches on its cheeks are still small. They cannot store much electricity yet.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Pichu
National Pokédex #[172]
Card Number 45/100
Card RarityUncommon
IllustratorAtsuko Nishida
Release Date01/11/2008
SeriesDiamond & Pearl
Expansion Stormfront
Evolves To
Pikachu
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionJohto
Generation Generation 2

Card Attributes

Energy Type Lightning
Health Points50 HP
Weakness Fighting +10
Resistance Metal -20
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Abilities

Poké-Power: Baby Evolution
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may put Pikachu from your hand onto Pichu (this counts as evolving Pichu) and remove all damage counters from Pichu.

Attacks

Electric Circuit
Search your discard pile for up to 4 Lightning Energy cards, show them to your opponent, and put them into your hand.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Pichu joyfully leaping through lush greenery under a bright blue sky, its wide eyes sparkling with curiosity, while soft sunlight highlights its tiny, electric-cheeked face in a vibrant, natural setting.

Playability Overview

Pichu's Baby Evolution power offers quick evolution and healing, making it a useful early-game setup card that supports energy recovery, though its low HP limits its survivability in extended battles.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Tiny ThunderPichu's adorable expression and bright yellow coloring make it a perfect fit for a "Playful Energy" page. Pair it with other Electric types that have a fun vibe, like Ampharos or Electrike. The background is cheerful and light, so choose cards that complement its lively spirit without being too intense.Additional Binder Suggestions: Meadow / Cheerful / Bright Yellow / Baby Pokémon / Playful Energy

Pichu 45/100