Pichu 22 / 165 Pokemon Card from Expedition Base Set Set
Pichu is a Baby Pokémon card from the Expedition Base Set, part of the E-Card series, released in the vintage era in 2002. It has a Lightning type and 30 HP.…
Set: Expedition Base Set
Number: 22/165
Rarity: Rare Holo
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About the Pichu Pokémon Card
Pichu is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 30 HP from the Expedition Base Set set, part of the E-Card series. It carries the collector number 22/165 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.
Pichu Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Pichu
Card number: 22/165
Set: Expedition Base Set
Series: E-Card
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Baby
Type: Lightning
HP: 30
Artist: Atsuko Nishida
Release date: September 15, 2002
National Pokédex number: 172
Why Collect the Pichu Pokémon Card?
Pichu is a solid addition to the Expedition Base Set set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Pichu Pokémon Card
Pichu was illustrated by Atsuko Nishida.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Pichu Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Pichu is about $300. Recent listings range from roughly $94.99 (low) to
,425 (high), with a mid-point near 88. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Expedition Base Set set has a median card value near $45.00 and an average near $83.63, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +193% over the last 7 days and +385% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Expedition Base Set set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Pichu Pokémon Card
Whether Pichu is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 1,183 copies of this card, of which 57 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 4.8%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Pichu Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Pichu are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 1,183 copies to date.
Other Printings of Pichu
Pichu appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Neo Genesis 12 (around $319), Emerald 59 (around $96.54) and Sandstorm 20 (around $63.33).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Pichu Pokémon Card
The Pichu pokémon card is a Rare Holo card from the Expedition Base Set set (E-Card series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Expedition Base Set set. Its current aggregated market price is about $300; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Pichu card from?
Pichu is from the Expedition Base Set set (E-Card series), numbered 22/165 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Pichu card?
Pichu is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Pichu 22/165 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $300, within a recent range of roughly $94.99 to
,425. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Pichu card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 1,183 copies so far, with about 4.8% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Pichu?
PSA has graded 1,183 copies, of which 57 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 4.8%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Pichu card?
Rare Holo cards like Pichu are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Expedition Base Set set released?
The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.
Are there other printings of Pichu?
Yes. Pichu appears on 11 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
