Pichu 28 / 123 Pokemon Card from HeartGold & SoulSilver Set

Pichu — HeartGold & SoulSilver 28/123 Pokémon TCG card

Pichu is a Basic Pokémon card from the HeartGold & SoulSilver set, numbered 28. It is a Lightning type with 30 HP and was illustrated by the artist match. The…

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About the Pichu Pokémon Card

Pichu is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 30 HP from the HeartGold & SoulSilver set, part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series. It carries the collector number 28/123 and is classified as Rare. The HeartGold & SoulSilver set was released on February 10, 2010.

The card includes the flavor text: “Despite its small size, it can zap even adult humans. However, if it does so, it also surprises itself.”.

Pichu Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Pichu

Card number: 28/123

Set: HeartGold & SoulSilver

Series: HeartGold & SoulSilver

Rarity: Rare

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Lightning

HP: 30

Artist: match

Release date: February 10, 2010

National Pokédex number: 172

Why Collect the Pichu Pokémon Card?

Pichu is a solid addition to the HeartGold & SoulSilver 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 match.

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 $35.21. Recent listings range from roughly

80 (low) to $493 (high), with a mid-point near
95. 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver set has a median card value near

2.78 and an average near
5.47, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -47% over the last 7 days and -56% 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver 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 268 copies of this card, of which 10 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 3.7%. 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 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 268 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), Expedition Base Set 22 (around $300) and Emerald 59 (around $96.54).

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 card from the HeartGold & SoulSilver set (HeartGold & SoulSilver series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the HeartGold & SoulSilver set. Its current aggregated market price is about $35.21; 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver set (HeartGold & SoulSilver series), numbered 28/123 with the Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Pichu card?

Pichu is classified as Rare.

How much is the Pichu 28/123 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $35.21, within a recent range of roughly

80 to $493. 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 268 copies so far, with about 3.7% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Pichu?

PSA has graded 268 copies, of which 10 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 3.7%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Pichu card?

Rare 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver set released?

The HeartGold & SoulSilver set was released on February 10, 2010.

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.