| Set | SM Black Star Promos |
| Card number | SM234 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 60 |
| Artist | Naoki Saito |
| Released | Feb 2017 |
Pikachu #SM234 Value (SM Black Star Promos)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
This Pikachu promo, crafted by Naoki Saito, is part of the Sun & Moon Black Star Promos released in 2017. Ranking similarly to other high-demand Pikachu cards, it showcases distinct artwork that appeals to a range of collectors across the set.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $19.54 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €22.99 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €21.75 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €22.45 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 148 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $849.43 |
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Pikachu #SM234: rarity, grading and trend
Pikachu #SM234 is a Promo Pokémon card from SM Black Star Promos, the Sun & Moon era (2017). It ranks as number 73 by price out of 310 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 43x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($20.02 to $19.54). The illustration is by Naoki Saito.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGC | 10 | $223.55 | 1 |
| CGC | 9 | $66.69 | 2 |
| CGC | 8 | $20.44 | 3 |
| GMA | 10 | $51.00 | 1 |
| PSA | 10 | $849.43 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $67.29 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $43.36 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $21.50 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Pikachu price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €25.50 | $19.55 |
| Oct 2026 | €19.45 | $19.87 |
| Sep 2026 | €17.62 | $20.25 |
| Aug 2026 | €22.01 | $20.54 |
| Jul 2026 | €24.16 | $17.46 |
| Jun 2026 | €23.87 | $12.56 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Pikachu #SM234 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $19.54, a PSA 10 sells for around $849.43 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €22.99. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Pikachu #SM234 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Pikachu #SM234 sells for about $849.43 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $19.54 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Pikachu #SM234 rare?
Pikachu #SM234 is printed at Promo rarity and ranks number 73 by price among the 310 cards in SM Black Star Promos. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Pikachu #SM234 going up in value?
Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $19.54.
Is Pikachu #SM234 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 43.5x raw ($829.89 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 Pikachu I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (SM234) 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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