Logan Paul Sells Rare Pokémon Card for $16.5 Million with Diamond Necklace

Logan Paul has made headlines again by selling a rare Pikachu Illustrator Pokémon card for an astonishing $16.49 million at Goldin Auctions. This card, one of only 39 ever created, was initially purchased by Paul for $5.27 million five years ago, marking a significant profit of over $8 million after auction fees. The auction lasted 42 days and concluded with a flurry of last-minute bids, confirming the card as the most expensive collectible sold at auction. The sale included a custom diamond-encrusted necklace worn by Paul during WrestleMania 38, and he promised to deliver the card personally to the winning bidder. This transaction highlights the soaring value of Pokémon cards, which have outpaced traditional collectibles in recent years.

Key Details: • Auction lasted 42 days, ending with 97 total bids. • Initial bid was $6.88 million, skyrocketing to $16.49 million. • Paul's card is the only Pikachu Illustrator graded 10 by PSA. • Included a diamond necklace worn by Paul at WrestleMania 38. • Paul originally acquired the card by trading a grade 9 card and $4 million.