Pikachu V
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Pikachu V is a Promo Pokémon card from SWSH Black Star Promos (#SWSH198), illustrated by 5ban Graphics. It's a Basic V Lightning-type Pokémon with 190 HP, weak to Fighting ×2. Its current blended market value is $2.83 ungraded, with a PSA 10 worth around $187 — a gem-mint grading premium of roughly 66× the raw value. Prices are aggregated across marketplaces — raw and graded, updated daily and shown in your local currency.
Prices last updated 20 August 2026.
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Should you grade it?
Raw $2.83 → graded PSA 10 ≈ $186.84, after ~$71.86 grading fee → 66.0× the raw value.
Grade-by-grade ROI & risk-adjusted outcomesNet vs raw per target grade, plus the probability-weighted distribution
| Target grade | Est. value | Grading fee | Net vs raw | Multiple |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | $186.84 | $72 | +$112 | 66.0× |
| PSA 9 | $25.00 | $70 | −$48 | 8.8× |
| PSA 8 | $16.50 | $70 | −$56 | 5.8× |
Net = graded value − raw value − grading cost (tier fee + ~$20 round-trip shipping), using PSA fees as of 2026-06-28; the paused PSA Value tier is excluded so this isn't overstated. Real outcome depends on the grade achieved; PSA 10 is best-case.
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All grades & conditions
Every grade we pricePSA / CGC / BGS ladder with per-grade population
| Grade | Relative value | Price |
|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | $187$159–$215 | |
| PSA 9 | $25$21–$29 | |
| PSA 8 | $17$14–$19 | |
| PSA 7 | $15$8–$16 | |
| PSA 6 | $10$9–$10 | |
| PSA 5 | $8$7–$9 |
Raw condition ladderNM → damaged, with real sold medians where we have them
Market dataCross-market spread, EU price, momentum & community buzz
Cross-market prices
75% spreadCurrently 75% cheaper on Cardmarket than TCGplayer. These are independent market prices for the same card — a wide gap can mean a buying opportunity. Informational only, not arbitrage advice.
Market signal
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🇪🇺 Cardmarket price · Europe
43% cheaper than the US🔥 Trending in the community
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Card textAttacks, abilities, weakness / resistance / retreat
You may discard all Lightning Energy from this Pokémon. If you do, this attack does 120 more damage.
V rule: When your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
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Other Pikachu V cards
There are 9 different Pikachu V printings — make sure you're valuing the right one. This is SWSH Black Star Promos #SWSH198 (Promo).
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Frequently asked questions
How much is Pikachu V (SWSH Black Star Promos #SWSH198) worth?
As of 20 August 2026, Pikachu V from SWSH Black Star Promos is worth approximately $2.83 ungraded (near-mint), and around $187 in PSA 10 gem mint. Values are blended from real Cardmarket, eBay sold and TCGplayer prices and update daily.
What is the PSA 10 price for Pikachu V?
A PSA 10 (gem mint) Pikachu V from SWSH Black Star Promos is worth around $187 — roughly 66× the raw ungraded value of $2.83.
Should I grade my Pikachu V?
A PSA 10 sells for about $187 versus $2.83 raw — roughly a 66× uplift. Grading is worth it when that premium comfortably beats the grading fee and the card is clean enough to have a real shot at a 10. See the "Should you grade it?" estimate above for net profit per grade.
Is Pikachu V rare?
Pikachu V is a Promo card from SWSH Black Star Promos (card #SWSH198), illustrated by 5ban Graphics. Its current blended market value is $2.83 ungraded.
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