Question 1

What is the current market value of Pikachu #49?

Accepted Answer

For Pikachu in Silver Tempest, the current reference price is $0.42. Week-over-week movement is upward at 17.1%. Current value is elevated versus the 30-day mean ($0.34), by 22.4%. Its 90-day trading band runs between $0.18 and $0.43, producing a 60% range and high-volatility behavior. Rarity classification for this copy is Common.

Question 2

Is Pikachu #49 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: Weekly movement is positive (17.1%), and value remains materially above its recent low (133%). The 90-day range spans $0.18 to $0.43 (60% spread), which indicates high-volatility behavior. Current value is 22.4% above its 30-day reference ($0.34). Top-grade copies show substantial separation from raw: PSA 10 is pricing +17695% above the current raw benchmark. PSA 9 is currently around $23.07, while PSA 10 is $74.74.

Question 3

What is Pikachu #49 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Pikachu is a Silver Tempest card from the 2022 release window. Card flavor text reads: "Pikachu that can generate powerful electricity have cheek sacs that are extra soft and super stretchy." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Common. Printed HP is 70. Energy typing is Lightning. This print is categorized under the Basic subtype. The printed attacks highlight "Pika Strike". It is weak to Fighting type energy. It requires 1 energy to retreat. Common-tier prints are typically the most accessible entries for set completion.

Question 4

What are the alternative Pikachu cards available?

Accepted Answer

A wider Pikachu checklist helps contextualize this specific Pikachu print. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 4 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $23.83 and $70.84 (197% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($47.35), this card is -99%. Notable alternatives include Pikachu #27 (Wizards Black Star Promos) at $23.83, Pikachu #26 (Wizards Black Star Promos) at $70.84, Pikachu #1 (Wizards Black Star Promos) at $31.63, and Pikachu #RC7 (Legendary Treasures) at $60.48.

Question 5

What set is Pikachu #49 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Silver Tempest entered circulation in 2022. Series classification for this set is Sword & Shield. Set size is 215 cards, which categorizes Silver Tempest as large. As of 2026, the set is 4 years old and sits in a modern-era collecting window. In the Silver Tempest checklist, Pikachu occupies position #49 as a Common card.

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