| Set | Base Set 2 |
| Card number | 16 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 80 |
| Artist | Ken Sugimori |
| Released | Feb 2000 |
Raichu #16 Value (Base Set 2)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Carrying card number 16, Raichu is a Rare Holo from the February 2000 Base Set 2 release. Ken Sugimori's familiar artwork returns from the original Base Set in this early reprint checklist. A top-five position within the set, combined with recent upward movement, gives it notably stronger market standing than most Base Set 2 holos.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $51.71 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €69.98 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €32.55 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €25.91 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 68 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $10,000 |
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What sets the price of Raichu #16
Raichu #16 is a Rare Holo Pokémon card from Base Set 2, the Base era (2000). It ranks as number 5 by price out of 130 cards in the set, so it is one of the cards collectors chase when opening packs. A PSA 10 sells for about 193x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price fell -4.8%, from $54.32 to $51.71. The illustration is by Ken Sugimori.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 7 | $26.42 | 1 |
| BGS | 9 | $175.00 | 1 |
| BGS | 8 | $107.66 | 1 |
| CGC | 10 | $366.20 | 5 |
| CGC | 9 | $95.00 | 4 |
| CGC | 8 | $58.32 | 5 |
| CGC | 7 | $35.74 | 4 |
| PSA | 10 | $10,000 | 1 |
| PSA | 9 | $201.87 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $78.07 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $62.80 | 5 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Raichu price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €69.98 | $51.42 |
| Oct 2026 | €51.92 | $53.73 |
| Sep 2026 | €46.51 | $54.16 |
| Aug 2026 | €42.00 | $49.30 |
| Jul 2026 | €42.00 | $47.79 |
| Jun 2026 | €36.91 | $28.68 |
| May 2026 | €32.61 | $28.68 |
| Apr 2026 | €35.66 | $28.68 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Raichu #16 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $51.71, a PSA 10 sells for around $10,000 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €69.98. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Raichu #16 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Raichu #16 sells for about $10,000 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $51.71 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Raichu #16 rare?
Raichu #16 is printed at Rare Holo rarity and ranks number 5 by price among the 130 cards in Base Set 2. That puts it among the set’s chase cards.
Is Raichu #16 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -4.8% to about $51.71. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Raichu #16 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 193.4x raw ($9,948 more), but a PSA 9 is worth far less than a 10, so check centering, corners and surface first.
How do I check which printing of Raichu I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (16) at the bottom of the card, then match both to this page. A phone scanner such as Card Value Scanner on iPhone reads them from one photo; on Android, search the number in the price guide.
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