A 67‑card set covering every World Championships trophy card could rewrite the record books for trading‑card sales.
Collectors of the Pokémon Trading Card Game have witnessed plenty of six‑figure auctions, yet nothing quite like this. Listed this week on eBay, a U.S. seller is asking $9 million for what they call “the most complete Pokémon English trophy card collection in the world”—all 67 prize cards awarded at every Pokémon World Championships since 2003.
Only finalists ever received these foil Pikachu cards, meaning print runs rarely exceeded three copies per design. Assemble one of each? That usually takes decades of networking, private deals, and a hefty dose of luck.
Why this complete trophy card set is almost impossible to replace
Wondering why seasoned collectors are buzzing? With just three copies of many designs, this single listing removes at least a third of the global supply from circulation. Replacement would require prying cards from championship winners, many of whom guard their trophies as lifelong mementos. Key features of the lot:
- First‑, second‑, and third‑place cards from 2003 – 2012
- Fourth‑place cards added from 2013 onward
- Distinct annual artwork featuring Pikachu holding its year’s trophy
To grasp the scope, check the breakdown below.
| Year range | Trophy card tiers | Cards included |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 – 2012 | 1st – 3rd place | 30 |
| 2013 – 2022 | 1st – 4th place | 37 |
| Total | — | 67 |
In other words, every competitive era is covered, from the Game Boy Advance days to the current Switch generation.
How record‑low print runs drive eye‑watering valuations for Pokémon collectors worldwide
Rarity is only half the story; demand from celebrity investors such as Logan Paul has pushed premier Pokémon pieces into fine‑art territory. When a single 1998 Illustrator card fetched $5.3 million in 2022, some wondered whether the ceiling had been reached. This 67‑card ensemble could answer that question.
Still, $9 million is no impulse buy. Deep‑pocketed bidders must weigh authenticity, condition, and future liquidity. So, is your Charizard suddenly looking cheap? Maybe—but the market for ultra‑rarities often follows its own rules.
Whether the lot sells tomorrow or lingers unsold, the listing underscores how far competitive Pokémon memorabilia has come. For everyday fans, the thrill of cracking a booster pack remains intact; for the elite few, owning every World trophy card may be the ultimate badge of Poké‑mastery.