Logan Paul’s Pokémon Card Fetches Record-Breaking $16.4 Million
Logan Paul joins ‘The Big Money Show’ to discuss his rise to fame and why he chooses to invest in high-value collectible assets.
Logan Paul’s recent investment in Pokémon has proven to be a lucrative decision. On Sunday night, the WWE star and social media influencer shattered records by selling his 1998 Japanese Pikachu Illustrator card, graded as a PSA gem mint 10, for an astounding $16.4 million. This card is unique, being the only one of its kind to achieve such a high grade from PSA, which has graded 52 others, while Beckett has graded five similar cards, the highest of which received a mint 9 grade.
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Logan Paul during WrestleMania at AT&T Stadium on April 2, 2022. (Joe Camporeale/USA TODAY Sports / IMAGN)
“Absolute madness,” Paul exclaimed as the auction unfolded, sharing his excitement in a video on Instagram. He originally purchased the card a few years back, marking it as the “most expensive Pokémon trading card sold at a private sale,” according to Guinness World Records. Paul even showcased the card during his entrance at WrestleMania 38, highlighting his transition into the world of professional wrestling.
Goldin Auctions Co. managed the auction for Paul’s prized card, describing it as an “unimaginable Holy Grail piece.”
The United States Championship match between Logan Paul and Randy Orton and Kevin Owens during Wrestlemania XL Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field on April 7, 2024. (Joe Camporeale/USA TODAY Sports / IMAGN)
The Pokémon craze began in November 1997 when CoroCoro Comic launched the “Pokémon Card Game Illust Artist Contest.” Participants were invited to create their own Pokémon card illustrations, with winners receiving 20 cards featuring their designs. Additionally, 20 contestants received an “Excellence Award,” which included a copy of the Pikachu Illustrator Card.
According to Goldin’s description, “the current hobby consensus is that 41 copies of this card were officially awarded and distributed, with this Logan Paul-backed piece being the most notable.” The card comes with a custom wooden presentation box featuring Paul’s Maverick logo and a plaque that reads ‘Pokémon / Pikachu Illustrator / PSA 10 / 1 of 1.’
Due to its rarity, immense value, and prestigious history, this Pikachu Illustrator card represents one of the most significant public offerings in Pokémon card history, making it a potentially once-in-a-lifetime sale.
A.J. Scaramucci, son of financier and former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci, is the new owner of this remarkable card.
Logan Paul (left) and the Miz celebrate after winning the tag team match between The Mysterios and The Miz and Logan Paul during WrestleMania at AT&T Stadium on April 2, 2022. (Joe Camporeale/USA TODAY Sports / IMAGN)
“Goodbye my friend,” Paul expressed on Instagram before the auction commenced. “What a privilege it’s been to be the owner of the greatest collectible in the world.”
This card is now recognized as the most expensive trading card globally, surpassing the previous record held by a 1952 Mickey Mantle card, which sold for $12.6 million in 2022.
Logan Paul joins ‘The Big Money Show’ to discuss his rise to fame and why he chooses to invest in high-value collectible assets.
Logan Paul’s recent investment in Pokémon has proven to be a lucrative decision. On Sunday night, the WWE star and social media influencer shattered records by selling his 1998 Japanese Pikachu Illustrator card, graded as a PSA gem mint 10, for an astounding $16.4 million. This card is unique, being the only one of its kind to achieve such a high grade from PSA, which has graded 52 others, while Beckett has graded five similar cards, the highest of which received a mint 9 grade.
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Logan Paul during WrestleMania at AT&T Stadium on April 2, 2022. (Joe Camporeale/USA TODAY Sports / IMAGN)
“Absolute madness,” Paul exclaimed as the auction unfolded, sharing his excitement in a video on Instagram. He originally purchased the card a few years back, marking it as the “most expensive Pokémon trading card sold at a private sale,” according to Guinness World Records. Paul even showcased the card during his entrance at WrestleMania 38, highlighting his transition into the world of professional wrestling.
Goldin Auctions Co. managed the auction for Paul’s prized card, describing it as an “unimaginable Holy Grail piece.”
The United States Championship match between Logan Paul and Randy Orton and Kevin Owens during Wrestlemania XL Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field on April 7, 2024. (Joe Camporeale/USA TODAY Sports / IMAGN)
The Pokémon craze began in November 1997 when CoroCoro Comic launched the “Pokémon Card Game Illust Artist Contest.” Participants were invited to create their own Pokémon card illustrations, with winners receiving 20 cards featuring their designs. Additionally, 20 contestants received an “Excellence Award,” which included a copy of the Pikachu Illustrator Card.
According to Goldin’s description, “the current hobby consensus is that 41 copies of this card were officially awarded and distributed, with this Logan Paul-backed piece being the most notable.” The card comes with a custom wooden presentation box featuring Paul’s Maverick logo and a plaque that reads ‘Pokémon / Pikachu Illustrator / PSA 10 / 1 of 1.’
Due to its rarity, immense value, and prestigious history, this Pikachu Illustrator card represents one of the most significant public offerings in Pokémon card history, making it a potentially once-in-a-lifetime sale.
A.J. Scaramucci, son of financier and former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci, is the new owner of this remarkable card.
Logan Paul (left) and the Miz celebrate after winning the tag team match between The Mysterios and The Miz and Logan Paul during WrestleMania at AT&T Stadium on April 2, 2022. (Joe Camporeale/USA TODAY Sports / IMAGN)
“Goodbye my friend,” Paul expressed on Instagram before the auction commenced. “What a privilege it’s been to be the owner of the greatest collectible in the world.”
This card is now recognized as the most expensive trading card globally, surpassing the previous record held by a 1952 Mickey Mantle card, which sold for $12.6 million in 2022.
