Question 1

What is the current market value of Detective Pikachu #SM170?

Accepted Answer

For Detective Pikachu in SM Black Star Promos, the current reference price is $37.67. Its 7-day movement is largely flat at -0.2%. Relative to the last 30 days, value is near baseline at $37.97. The 90-day window shows a floor near $18.94 and a peak around $39.54 (55% total spread), which maps to high-volatility movement. The listed rarity for this print is Promo.

Question 2

Is Detective Pikachu #SM170 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: Weekly drift is minimal (-0.2%), indicating a relatively balanced short-term market. With a 55% 90-day spread ($18.94-$39.54), this card currently tracks as high-volatility. Relative to the 30-day baseline ($37.97), pricing is near equilibrium. Graded context points to a substantial premium curve, with PSA 10 at +2808% above raw pricing. PSA 9 is currently around $76.85, while PSA 10 is $1095.59.

Question 3

What is Detective Pikachu #SM170 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Detective Pikachu appears in SM Black Star Promos, released in 2017. The printed flavor text states: "He loves to show off his vast knowledge. This expressive Pikachu is like a middle-aged man." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Promo. Printed HP is 90. Energy typing is Lightning. It carries a Basic subtype designation. The printed attacks highlight "Scout" and "Surprise Attack". It has a weakness to Fighting and resistance to Metal. The retreat cost for this card is 2. This print follows its listed rarity designation in set checklists and pricing references.

Question 4

What are the alternative Detective cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Detective Pikachu often benchmark it against other Detective cards. Comparable entries in this snapshot: 3 cards, 2 distinct sets. Comparable prices currently cover $6.47-$13.52, a 109% band. Against the sample mean of $9.99, this card is +277%. Notable alternatives include Detective Pikachu #10 (Detective Pikachu) at $13.52, Detective Pikachu #SM194 (SM Black Star Promos) at $9.99, and Detective Pikachu #SM190 (SM Black Star Promos) at $6.47.

Question 5

What set is Detective Pikachu #SM170 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Release year for SM Black Star Promos is 2017. Series classification for this set is Sun & Moon. The checklist contains 250 cards, placing it in a large expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 9 years old and now falls into an established back-catalog period. Within this set, Detective Pikachu is card number SM170 with a Promo designation.

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