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Pikachu Illustrator vs Charizard Stadium Promo: which is the better Pokémon TCG investment?
Comparing Pikachu Illustrator (Vintage Promos & Trophies, 1998) and Charizard Stadium Promo (Vintage Promos & Trophies, 1999) as Pokémon TCG investments. PSA 10 bands, risk, and upside compared.
| Pikachu Illustrator | Charizard Stadium Promo | |
|---|---|---|
| Set | Vintage Promos & Trophies (1998) | Vintage Promos & Trophies (1999) |
| Rarity | Trophy Promo | Promo Holo |
| PSA 10 band | $1,000,000-$6,000,000 | $1,500-$4,500 |
| Raw band | $300,000-$1,000,000 | $300-$800 |
| Risk level | Low | Medium |
| Investment score | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Pikachu Illustrator
The single most valuable Pokémon card ever made. Awarded to winners of a 1998 CoroCoro Comic illustration contest in Japan. Estimated 39 copies known to exist; ~7 confirmed PSA 10. Logan Paul famously paid $5.275M for a PSA 10 in 2022.
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Distributed at the Pokémon Stadium tournament events. Smaller print run than Base Set. PSA 10 supply tighter than Base Unlimited.
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