A truly one-of-a-kind card, the population 1 PSA 10 Illustrator Pikachu was bought by YouTube influencer Logan Paul in 2022 at a valuation of $5.275 million dollars, making it the most expensive Pokémon card ever sold. More specifically, he paid $4 million in cash plus a PSA 9 Illustrator Pikachu he previously owned.

Authentic Japanese Pokemon cards have sharp, clear printing and vibrant colors that are consistent throughout the card. On the other hand, fake cards may have blurry or pixelated printing, and the colors may be faded or inconsistent. You may also notice that fake cards feel flimsier than their authentic counterparts.

Spotting a fake rainbow Pokemon card can be tricky, but there are a few giveaways. Firstly, check the card's texture. Real rainbow cards have a distinct, slightly rough texture due to their unique holographic pattern. Fakes often miss this and feel smooth or have an off texture.