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Detective Pikachu SM190

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Set: Sun & Moon Black Star Promos Released: Feb 3, 2017

Pokémon: Pikachu

Lightning Type Promo Illustrator: Framestore Evolves To: Raichu

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Found in Booster Packs

25.89 $2.79 (12.08%)

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Promotional / Event Release

27.18 $0.05 (0.18%)

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Promotional / Event Release

5.77 $1.95 (25.26%)

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Detective Pikachu SM190 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	599.26	32.60%	x23
PSA9	87.57	39.91%	x3.4
PSA8	41.90	48.27%	x1.6
PSA7	29.40	—	x1.1

Detective Pikachu SM190 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
156
12.81%
$599.26
PSA 9 Mint
419
34.40%
$87.57
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
346
28.41%
$41.90
PSA 7 Near Mint
138
11.33%
$29.40
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
94
7.72%
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PSA 5 Excellent
35
2.87%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
19
1.56%
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PSA 3 Very Good
3
0.25%
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PSA 2 Good
2
0.16%
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PSA 1 Poor
5
0.41%
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Is Detective Pikachu SM190 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $25.89 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $61.94

$25.89

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 —

$29.40

PSA 7 −$28.31

$41.90

PSA 8 −$17.44

$87.57

PSA 9 +$22.30

$599.26

PSA 10 +$467.47

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $25.89 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.

Detective Pikachu SM190 Population Report

About Detective Pikachu

He was the partner of Tim's father, Harry, who has gone missing. This Pikachu loves the dark coffee at the Hi-Hat Cafe.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Pikachu
TypeLightning
National Pokédex #[25]
Card Number SM190
Card RarityPromo
IllustratorFramestore
LanguageEnglish
Release Date03/02/2017
SeriesSun & Moon
Expansion Sun & Moon Black Star Promos
Evolves To
Raichu
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Lightning
Health Points90 HP
Weakness Fighting ×2
Resistance Metal -20
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Attacks

Coffee Break
Heal 30 damage from this Pokémon.
Corkscrew Punch20

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Detective Pikachu sitting thoughtfully at a cozy cafe, donned in a cute detective hat and holding a steaming cup of coffee. The warm atmosphere is enhanced by soft, ambient lighting, with a blurred bar backdrop that suggests a lively, bustling environment. The color palette features warm browns and yellows, creating a sense of comfort and nostalgia. Pikachu's expressive eyes and slight smile convey a playful yet contemplative mood, inviting viewers to share in the charm of his detective adventures. Overall, the scene radiates warmth and a hint of mystery.

Cameos

Jigglypuff

Playability Overview

Detective Pikachu's ability to heal itself mid-game offers strategic longevity, but its low damage output and high retreat cost limit offensive potential in prolonged battles.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Café VibesThis card radiates a charming café atmosphere, with Pikachu in a cozy, dimly lit setting that’s perfect for a “Coffee Break” theme. You could pair it with other cards showcasing relaxed moments or Pokémon enjoying food and drink, like Snorlax or Audino. The warm lighting adds to the inviting feel.Additional Binder Suggestions: Urban / Chill / Warm Glow / Café Culture / Relaxation

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Detective Pikachu #SM190 FAQs: Price, Grading & Collecting

Answers about Detective Pikachu #SM190 from Sun & Moon Black Star Promos — live market value, pull rates, PSA grading returns and tournament legality.

Is Detective Pikachu #SM190 going up or down in value?

Over the last 30 days, an ungraded Detective Pikachu has moved up 12.1% to $25.89. PSA 10 copies are up 32.6% over the same period.

How rare is Detective Pikachu #SM190?

Detective Pikachu #SM190 is a Promo, one of the higher rarity tiers in Sun & Moon Black Star Promos.

Is Detective Pikachu #SM190 worth grading?

At $25.89 raw, you need a PSA 10 to profit. A PSA 10 sells for $599.26, giving a net return of +$467.47 after grading costs and selling fees. PSA 9 returns +$22.30 and PSA 8 returns −$17.44, so a PSA 9 or 10 can profit, while anything below that loses money on this card.

How many PSA 10 copies of Detective Pikachu #SM190 exist?

PSA have graded 1,218 copies of Detective Pikachu #SM190, of which 156 came back as PSA 10. That is a gem rate of 12.8%, or roughly 1 in 7.8 graded copies.

Is Detective Pikachu #SM190 hard to get in gem mint?

Yes. At a 12.8% gem rate, Detective Pikachu grades worse than the Sun & Moon Black Star Promos average by 2.5 points. Clean copies are harder to come by.

Who illustrated Detective Pikachu #SM190?

Detective Pikachu #SM190 was illustrated by Framestore, who has illustrated 12 Pokémon cards in total.

When was Detective Pikachu #SM190 released?

Detective Pikachu #SM190 was released on 3 February 2017 as part of Sun & Moon Black Star Promos. It belongs to the Modern era and features a Generation 1 Pokémon from the Kanto region.

Detective Pikachu SM190