| Set | SM Black Star Promos |
| Card number | SM81 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 70 |
| Artist | Sanosuke Sakuma |
| Released | Feb 2017 |
Pikachu #SM81 Value (SM Black Star Promos)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Pikachu from the 2017 Black Star Promos sports artwork by Sanosuke Sakuma, contributing to the character’s enduring collectible stature. It ranks well within the top third of the set, reflecting steady demand.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $28.62 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €39.50 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €63.84 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €40.90 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 123 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $3,529 |
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Why Pikachu #SM81 is priced where it is
Pikachu #SM81 is a Promo Pokémon card from SM Black Star Promos, the Sun & Moon era (2017). It ranks as number 40 by price out of 310 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 123x 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 ($28.55 to $28.62). The illustration is by Sanosuke Sakuma.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 9 | $138.04 | 2 |
| ACE | 7 | $31.90 | 1 |
| CGC | 9 | $264.99 | 1 |
| CGC | 8 | $30.03 | 1 |
| PSA | 10 | $3,529 | 2 |
| PSA | 9 | $266.73 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $103.29 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $24.98 | 5 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Pikachu price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €39.50 | $28.62 |
| Oct 2026 | €38.74 | $29.28 |
| Sep 2026 | €41.38 | $27.96 |
| Aug 2026 | €37.35 | $24.05 |
| Jul 2026 | €36.24 | $15.99 |
| Jun 2026 | €32.08 | $13.21 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Pikachu #SM81 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $28.62, a PSA 10 sells for around $3,529 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €39.50. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Pikachu #SM81 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Pikachu #SM81 sells for about $3,529 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $28.62 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Pikachu #SM81 rare?
Pikachu #SM81 is printed at Promo rarity and ranks number 40 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 #SM81 going up in value?
Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $28.62.
Is Pikachu #SM81 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 123.3x raw ($3,500 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 (SM81) 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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