eBay hosted a one-day auction event called “Pokémon Day” featuring rare and expensive Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from the first generation. The event, named “Catch 151,” started with a bid of $1.51, referencing the original 151 Pokémon. The event ran through February 27th, with some cards reaching four and five-figure sums. The most expensive auction was a PSA gem mint 10-graded Gold Star Charizard with a $10,500 bid, followed by a Blaine’s Charizard from the 2000 Gym Challenge set at $3,150. Charizard cards were the most sought-after, with other valuable cards including Blastoise, Venusaur, Shining Mew, Mewtwo, and the legendary bird trio. A Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat card, distributed at the Van Gogh Museum’s Pokémon exhibit, is also highly valued. The popularity of collecting Pokémon cards has increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to the announcement of the Pokémon TCG Pocket mobile app. The detailed illustrations of Pokémon cards continue to attract collectors and drive auctions like these.
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Van Gogh Pikachu, Shining Mew and a whole load of Charizard Pokemon cards go under the hammer for Pokémon Day
