Let’s face it, even though there are tons of new Pokemon TCG cards and products every year, nothing can quite capture the same feeling of nostalgia that you get from some of the best vintage cards. Toys R Us promos stand out as some of the most coveted promo cards ever created, thanks to their limited nature and the associated memories.
Whether you appreciate Pokemon like Mareep being featured for a rare chance at the spotlight or you prefer the classics like Pikachu, Charmander, and Geodude, the most expensive Toys R Us promos offer gems from multiple generations of the Pokemon TCG.
Cards are ordered according to their TCGplayer market price. Any cards without a market price are not included.
Treecko – $24.00
Ready To Rumble
This Toys R Us promo released with Celestial Storm pays homage Treecko’s humble beginnings in the Pokemon TCG. While it was once little more than a common card, the valuable Gold Star Treecko boasts an even simpler scene with a price tag that will leave you shocked.
Treecko was distributed alongside the release of Sun & Moon’s Celestial Storm set, and while it might not be the most iconic from the Sun & Moon era, this card stands tall with a solid valuation that earns Treecko a spot among the most valuable Toys R Us promos.
Tangela – $34.61
In A Bind
Tangela doesn’t have time to get caught up with its fellow Grass-type Pokemon, Treecko, as this bundle of messy string soars to an impressive valuation in the neighborhood of $35. Tangela is a rare inclusion in the Pokemon TCG, and this unusual promo card shocks us with both its price tag and the Pokemon’s surprising inclusion.
You’ll struggle to find many cards featuring Tangela available in the Pokemon TCG, and even fewer of them could compare to this rare promo’s price tag.
Pikachu – $34.92
Pikachu’s Heyday
Pikachu always finds a way to make inroads among the most expensive cards in a given set, and it’s no surprise to see that Pikachu is among the most valuable Toys R Us Promos.
While this exclusive promo card isn’t valuable enough to make a home among the most valuable Pikachu cards ever, its nostalgia value is high enough to earn it a solid price tag of around $35.
Geodude – $36.11
Dude, That Rocks
Geodude might have sickened us by appearing dozens of times in every cave we came across in Generation One, but if the Geodude appearances were as brightly colored as this one, maybe it wouldn’t have been so bad.
Geodude flexes with its standard pose when appearing, but the bright blue sky in the background is accompanied by rays of sunlight, white sparkles, and the blue outline of a large mountain. It’s an impressively beautiful background for a usually unremarkable Pokemon.
Charmander – $43.85
A Look Back
Charmander can’t hold a candle to Charizard when it comes to the overall value of these two Pokemon, but the pre-evolved form has a few notable legs up on its evolution. This iconic image of Charmander glancing over its shoulder at the flame on its tail is one of the most beloved depictions of this Pokemon to date.
The placement of the Toys R Us stamp right where Charmander is looking back is a nice, coincidental touch that makes this card even more visually appealing.
Slowpoke – $58.00
Simple Perfection
Slowpoke’s existence might slip your mind from time to time, but to be fair, many things slip Slowpoke’s mind all the time, like what it should be doing in this image. Slowpoke enjoys a beautifully simple day outside, as it’s depicted with a blank stare, soaking in a crisp sunny day.
The bright blue sky and white clouds dotted throughout the background are huge attention-grabbers, and the bright pastel colors used ensure that this card is impossible to miss. Whether you’re a Gen One fan or can’t get enough Slowpoke, this Toys R Us promo appeals to a variety of audiences.
Ponyta – $75.13
A Bright, Sunshiny Day
Ponyta is arguably one of the simplest Pokemon designs ever created, as this fiery pony erupts into the top spots with a $75 value to put it within striking distance of the most expensive Toys R Us promo ever.
Ponyta stands atop a mountain in this calm scene, with another bright blue background to contrast this Pokemon’s red, orange, and cream color palette. You won’t find any other Ponyta cards that can compete with this card’s impressive blend of value, visual appeal, and rarity.
Mareep – $86.20
Counting Sheep
Mareep might not be the first Pokemon that comes to mind when you think of the best Toys R Us-stamped cards in the Pokemon TCG, but this Pokemon still makes an impressive appearance as the undisputed best Toys R Us promo ever.
Despite Mareep’s serene scene depicting this Pokemon in the midst of a nap, it’s exciting to see how much this card is commanding, with beloved Pokemon like Pikachu and Charmander failing to reach the heights that Mareep has. Expect this valuable Toys R Us promo to break the triple digits soon.
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October 20, 1996
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2
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6+
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