Question 1

What is the current market value of Pikachu #SM157?

Accepted Answer

Pikachu from SM Black Star Promos is currently trading around $15.94. Its 7-day trend is negative at 2.3%. It is currently 12.3% below the 30-day average of $18.17. The 90-day window shows a floor near $12.87 and a peak around $24.19 (71% total spread), which maps to high-volatility movement. Rarity classification for this copy is Promo.

Question 2

Is Pikachu #SM157 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Market structure summary: Recent pricing has softened by 2.3% over 7 days, with the card now 34% below its 90-day high. The 90-day range spans $12.87 to $24.19 (71% spread), which indicates high-volatility behavior. Versus the 30-day average ($18.17), the card is trading 12.3% lower. This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Pikachu #SM157 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Pikachu is a SM Black Star Promos card from the 2017 release window. The printed flavor text states: "It's in its nature to store electricity. It feel stressed now and then if it's unable to fully discharge the electricity." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Promo. Printed HP is 60. Energy typing is Lightning. This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print. Card subtype classification is Basic. Notable ability on this print: "Pika Shield". Attack line includes "Static Shock". It has a weakness to Fighting and resistance to Metal. This print follows its listed rarity designation in set checklists and pricing references.

Question 4

What are the alternative Pikachu cards available?

Accepted Answer

Pikachu sits within a broader pool of Pikachu variants that can be compared by set, rarity, and price. The current sample spans 6 comparable cards from 4 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $4.48 and $88.97 (1886% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($26.34), this card is -39%. Notable alternatives include Pikachu #214 (Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos) at $21.73, Pikachu #225 (Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos), Pikachu #190 (Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos) at $88.97, and Pikachu #58 (Base) at $6.95.

Question 5

What set is Pikachu #SM157 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

SM Black Star Promos was released in 2017. Series classification for this set is Sun & Moon. With 250 listed cards, this is a large set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 9 years old and now falls into an established back-catalog period. Pikachu (#SM157) is one of the Promo prints in this expansion.

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