Pikachu Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver #78
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Pikachu Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Set Lore
This card is part of the 2010 HeartGold & SoulSilver expansion, and Bulbapedia notes it first originated in Japan’s SoulSilver Collection before later being reprinted in the HS Trainer Kit and even receiving a specially stamped Pokémon Day 2010 promo version.
Card History
Collectors love that this seemingly simple common carries a real bit of TCG oddity: Bulbapedia states its Tail Slap attack shares a name with a move introduced later in the games, but the Japanese names differ, so the card attack and the video game move are officially unrelated.
In-Game
This Pikachu’s flavor text is pulled directly from Pokémon SoulSilver, tying the card tightly to the Johto remake era that gave the entire HGSS block its nostalgic identity.
Artist
The artwork is credited to match, giving this common Pikachu a distinct early-HGSS visual style that stands apart from the franchise’s more famous mascot illustrations.
Cultural Impact
Even on a common card like this, Pikachu carries extra weight for collectors because Bulbapedia identifies it as the signature partner of Red in HeartGold and SoulSilver, reinforcing Pikachu’s role as one of Pokémon’s most iconic battle companions across game history.
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About Pikachu (Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver #78)
Pikachu is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver set, card number 78. This card has a Common rarity, is printed in English, belongs to the HeartGold & SoulSilver era, and was released in 2010. The current market price is $12.24, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo, with 1 listing currently for sale.
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Over the last 90 days, the Raw NM market price has ranged from $10.69 to $12.24, with a median of $11.78.
Card details
- Card Number
- #78
- Rarity
- Common
- Release Year
- 2010
- Language
- English
- Era
- HeartGold & SoulSilver
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Pikachu from Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver #78?
The current market price of Pikachu is $12.24. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Pikachu from?
Pikachu is from the Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver set, card number 78, released in 2010.
Is Pikachu worth grading?
Whether Pikachu is worth grading depends on its condition and the graded population for the card. Higher grades command larger premiums, so review recent graded sales and use Double Holo's Grading ROI tools to weigh the cost of grading against the expected graded value before submitting.
How can I buy or sell Pikachu?
You can buy or sell Pikachu on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.
Approximately 200 PSA graded copies tracked.
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