Pikachu V
Pokémon TCG • Sword & Shield Black Star Promos
Sport & Year
Pokémon TCG • 2022
Brand & Set
The Pokémon Company / Nintendo - Sword & Shield Black Star Promos
Card Number
SWSH198
Card Type
Pokémon V / Basic
Rarity
Promo / Ultra Rare
Parallel Variant & Language
Holographic Full Art (Promo) • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Near Mint (NM 7)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $1.00 - $3.00; PSA 10: $25.00 - $35.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $4.00. This card was widely distributed in the Pikachu V Box released in 2022.
Condition Details
Visible silvering/whitening on the top edge and corners. Centering appears slightly shifted toward the bottom-right. Minor surface wear likely from lack of protective sleeve.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The current market value of a Gem Mint copy barely covers the cost of grading fees, and the visible edge wear on this specific copy would likely result in a grade lower than an 8.
Card Description
Pikachu is shown mid-attack with electricity surging around it. The card features the 'Lightning Blast' move which deals 100+ damage. It has 190 HP and is a Lightning-type 'Basic' Pokémon V.
Notable Features
Promo star icon in the bottom left corner, V rule box at the bottom, and unique SWSH198 numbering indicating it is a Black Star Promo card.
Authentication Notes
The font, holofoil pattern, and card stock appear consistent with authentic Pokémon Sword & Shield era promo cards. No signs of common proxy characteristics like incorrect fonts or static holographic foil.
Scanned: 2026-06-15T00:39:39.702243