Pikachu #205/172, S12a: VSTAR Universe

Pikachu #205/172

S12a: VSTAR Universe · 2022

Art RareHolo
Market value
$189
Avg grade
6.0

The Pikachu (#205/172, S12a: VSTAR Universe, 2022) is a art rare Pokemon Japan card. Across 1 ZeroPop community scans it averages a 6.0/10 grade (EX-MT), with 0% grading Gem Mint 9.5 or higher. Its current raw market value is about $189.

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This card at every grade

Real community scans of the Pikachu, graded across the scale, with the typical value at each tier.

Pikachu graded 6 & below
6 & below
100% of scans
$189

Community grades

6.0
Avg Grade
1
Scans
0%
Gem Mint 9.5+
6.0
Top Grade

Grade distribution

6 & below
1 · 100%

Average sub-grades

Corners
5.5
Edges
8.5
Surface
6.5
Centering
9.0

Most common condition issues

Whitening 100%Gold Foil Border Throughout 100%Lower Text Box Area 100%

Community average: 6.0 (EX-MT) · based on 1 ZeroPop scans

Recent community scans

Pikachu, graded 6.0
Pikachu
S12a: VSTAR Universe
6.0$189

Card details

SetS12a: VSTAR Universe
Number#205/172
Year2022
GamePokemon Japan
RarityArt Rare
VariantHolo
FinishHolo

Frequently asked questions

What is a Pikachu worth?

A raw (ungraded) Pikachu from S12a: VSTAR Universe currently carries a market value of about $189. Graded copies sell for more. The value ladder on this page shows the estimated price at each grade.

What grade do most Pikachu cards get?

Across 1 community scans on ZeroPop, the Pikachu averages a 6.0/10 overall grade. 0% reach Gem Mint (9.5+). Sub-grade averages: corners 5.5, edges 8.5, surface 6.5, centering 9.0.

What are the most common defects on a Pikachu?

The most frequently flagged condition issues on scanned Pikachu cards are Whitening (100% of scans), Gold Foil Border Throughout (100% of scans), Lower Text Box Area (100% of scans).

Is the Pikachu worth grading?

Whether the Pikachu is worth submitting depends on its raw value versus its graded value and your predicted grade. ZeroPop scans the card, predicts a PSA/BGS/CGC grade, and runs the break-even math before you pay submission fees.

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