Promo cards are some of the most beloved collector’s itemsin thePokemon TCG,especially promos with prerelease, staff, or Pokemon Center stamps. Whichever niche you prefer, the most valuable promo cards from the Scarlet & Violet era are packed with bangers featuring incredibly popular Pokemon that any trainer would love.
From all-time greats like Pikachu, who continues to add to its roster of valuable cards, to special trainer cards given as trophies to competitors, these Scarlet & Violet promos have it all. With fairly affordable prices for Pokemon Center stamps, that’s a great place to start your Scarlet & Violet promo collection.
Cards are ordered according to theirTCGplayermarket price, which is subject to change. Any cards without a market price are not included.
8Koraidon: Scarlet & Violet Base Pokemon Center Exclusive (Promo) – $66.69
A New Legend Rises
Koraidon is one of the two box Legendary Pokemon introduced along with the Scarlet & Violet video games, forming half of a duo along with Koraidon. While this Pokemon is themed after the past, you may want to consider this card’s future value, as its exclusivity is likely to make it a sought-after promo.
As one of the most expensive Scarlet & Violet era promos already, Koraidon’s impressive Pokemon TCG career is just getting started. While nobody can accurately predict the future with certainty, this card seems very likely to continue rising in price as nostalgia for this generation grows over time.
7Pikachu: Paldea Evolved Pokemon Center Exclusive (Promo) – $76.93
The Mascot Never Fails
One prediction that will come true is that Pikachu will remain the most iconic Pokemon ever, and all of its cards will continue to garner attention solely due to the Pokemon’s iconic status.
Pikachu’s incredibly valuable cardsare some of the most impressive in the entire TCG.
In addition to Pikachu, Quaxly, Sprigatito, and Fuecoco appear in the background of this beautiful promo card, which ushers in the ninth generation with other series' most popular Pokemon.
6Charmander: Obsidian Flames Pokemon Center Exclusive (Promo) – $94.75
From Behind The Glass
Charmander stands out as one of the most iconic parts of Obsidian Flames,even if the promo card isn’t technically part of the main set. This adorable promo features a frustrated Charmander locked behind a window as it looks outside, and it is one of a trio of cards in this style, alongside Bulbasaur and Squirtle.
Unfortunately, you’ll need to open Stellar Crown to complete the set, but there’s no doubt that this desirable Pokemon Center Exclusive promo card will remain the most valuable member of these starters for the foreseeable future.
5Hop’s Snorlax: Prerelease (Staff Promo) – $95.44
Don’t Relax Yet
Hop’s Snorlax is another card that might not appear onthe official card list for Journey Together,but its appearance as a premium promo card from the set is as striking as its price. A Snorlax with its arms up, ready for an attack, is possibly one of the scariest and most unexpected sights on any card.
This rare staff version of the promo, as you might imagine, was only distributed to staff members at select Journey Together prerelease events.
4Snorlax: 151 Pokemon Center Exclusive (Promo) – $132.70
The Pokemon Center Pinnacle
Fromone valuable Snorlax card to another,the Pokemon Center Exclusive Snorlax Promo from 151 has established itself as one of the most recognizable promos from the Scarlet & Violet era, even if it’s not quite the most valuable. 151 will go down in history as one of the most beloved sets from this era, and this card will stand out as the promo.
With a simple scene featuring Snorlax taking a nap while a Pidgey hangs out on its stomach, this card paints a peaceful picture that endears itself to any trainer. Expect to see this promo rise once the set is out of rotation.
3Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat (Promo) – $318.77
A Controversial Promo
The Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat promo set off a whirlwind of chaos, controversy, and crime, as this card became the center of obsession when it was released in 2023. The hype around this card was high from the early days, and the reported thefts of this card’s supply for sale on the secondary market left a mark on its history.
However, despite a highly publicized and controversial debut, Pikachu settled into a quiet period where its value dropped slowly, before it rebounded to reach its current sky-high price tag.
2Paradise Resort: World Championships 2024 (Promo) – $497.49
A Tough Competition
From a solo Pikachu portrait to a celebratory surfing scene, this Paradise Resort Pikachu blows the roof off, with a value that eclipses the expensive Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat by over $150. Unsurprisingly, this card’s obscene value is due to its exclusivity, as this card was only distributed to World Championship competitors in 2024.
There was also a staff version of this card, which sells for a little bit less, but given that the only difference is the stamp, it was not given a separate spot on this list.
Gholdengo, Alolan Raichu, and Lechonk are just a few of the Pokemon that appear in the background of this card, as a full roster of Pokemon joins Pikachu in this festive scene.
1Paradise Resort: World Championships 2023 (Promo) – $600.00
The Champion Of Champions
We go back to the beginning of the Scarlet & Violet era as the 2023 World Championships promo claims the crown as the most expensive Scarlet & Violet era promo card. As the first version introduced in the generation, this card will always hold a special place in the heart of anyone who loves Paldea.
While this card only features Pikachu, Lapras, Maushold, and the Paldean starters, the collection of Pokemon is still impressive and gives this card a wider appeal. With Pikachu and Lapras leading the way, expect to see this card maintain a high price that is likely to rise once the S&V era is over.
