Pichu Reverse Holo #172 Value
Japanese Neo Premium File · Card 172
Pichu has always been one of those cards that makes people smile, that little pre-evolution spark before Pikachu even shows up, and this Reverse Holo version from the Japanese Neo Premium File set has a real soft spot among collectors who grew up loving the Pichu Bros. It is not a card that shouts for attention, but if you are searching for Pichu value right now, here is the short answer: raw copies sit at $44, and that is before you even think about grading. Simple, clean, and honestly one of the more affordable ways to own a piece of the Neo era.
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Pichu price history
Ungraded value is $44, up 149% over the past year, with an all-time high of $47 in June 2026.
Market value over time by grade. Hover for any month; tap a grade to toggle its line.
Pichu price at every grade
The market value at each PSA grade, with how many exist (population).
| Grade | Value | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Raw / Ungraded | $44 | — |
| PSA 10 (Gem Mint) | $757 | – |
| Grade 9 | $122 | – |
| Grade 8 | $74 | – |
| Grade 7 | $40 | – |
| Grade 6 | $23 | – |
| Grade 5 | $19 | – |
| Grade 4 | $16 | – |
| Grade 3 | $14 | – |
| Grade 2 | $13 | – |
| Grade 1 | – | – |
Prices & population from PriceCharting. Grade values are PSA-based; population is split by grading company.
Pichu — collector's take
Is Pichu worth grading?
So is it worth sending Pichu in for grading? The jump is real: a raw copy at $44 climbs all the way to $757 for a PSA 10, which works out to about 17.0x the ungraded price. That is a big multiplier, and it is exactly why so many collectors get grading fever. But gem mint is called gem mint for a reason, hitting a perfect 10 is genuinely hard, especially on reverse holos where surface scratches and centering issues love to hide. A Grade 9 still lands you a respectable $122, so there is a middle ground if your copy is nearly perfect but not flawless. Before you ship it off, factor in grading fees and turnaround time, and go in with your eyes open: it is a bet on your card's condition, not a guarantee.
How rare is it?
Neo Premium File was a Japanese exclusive set, and cards like Pichu carry that quieter, harder-to-find scarcity that comes from a set never getting a wide Western release. We do not have exact population numbers to point to here, but the price gap between raw, Grade 9, and PSA 10 tells its own story: real scarcity shows up in that pricing curve, and Pichu's curve is steep enough to suggest gem mint copies are genuinely uncommon. That rarity is part of what keeps this card relevant for collectors chasing something a little more niche than the usual Base Set names.
Where to pull it
This is where PackSpy's tracking actually earns its keep. We have recorded Pichu pulled 46 times across sites like collector-crypt and mnstr, and one lucky ripper landed a copy worth $3,000, a great reminder that pack odds can swing wildly even on a card valued at $44 raw. If you are chasing this one yourself, keep an eye on packs like the Water Pack, Grail Pokémon Gacha Pack, Legendary Pokémon Gacha Pack, Pack 3, and Elite Pokémon Gacha Pack, since those are where our data shows it actually showing up. Just remember, pack opening is gambling dressed up as fun, most rips do not come close to that $3,000 outlier, so treat it as entertainment first and investment second.
Questions people ask
How much is Pichu worth?
A raw, ungraded Pichu Reverse Holo from Neo Premium File is valued at $44. Grade it to a 9 and that jumps to $122, and a PSA 10 gem mint copy is worth $757, so condition really does drive the price here.
Is Pichu worth grading?
It can be, since a PSA 10 sells for about 17.0x what the raw card is worth. Just know that gem mint copies are tough to pull off, so weigh the grading cost and risk against your card's actual condition before sending it in.
What set is Pichu from?
This Pichu Reverse Holo comes from the Japanese Neo Premium File set, card number 172. It is a fun, slightly under-the-radar pull for collectors who love the Neo era and want something a bit different from the usual holo lineup.
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