This vintage-style magnet features the iconic 1998 Illustrator Pikachu Japanese Promo Pokemon Card, one of the rarest and most valuable Pokemon cards ever produced. The design showcases Pikachu holding drawing tools, symbolizing its unique status as a prize for a Pokemon illustration contest.
Key details about this card:
- Released in 1998 as a prize for the CoroCoro Comic Illustration Contest
- Artwork by Atsuko Nishida, the original designer of Pikachu
- Extremely limited print run, with only 39 copies ever produced
- Features unique "Illustrator" text instead of a standard Pokemon card layout
This card is renowned for its scarcity and historical significance in the Pokemon Trading Card Game. The Illustrator Pikachu is considered the holy grail of Pokemon cards, representing the pinnacle of Pokemon card collecting.
For collectors, it's worth noting that a PSA 10 Gem Mint graded copy of this card sold for a record-breaking $5.275 million in July 2021, making it the most expensive Pokemon card ever sold.
Made from durable materials, this magnet is perfect for displaying on refrigerators, lockers, or any magnetic surface. It's an ideal way for Pokemon enthusiasts to showcase their appreciation for one of the most iconic and valuable cards in the game's history.