The Pokemon TCG has had its ups and downs since the late 1990s, but its renaissance in the 2020s has been stronger than ever, thanks to a renewed interest in both valuable modern and vintage cards.

Sold in Goldin’s TCG Weekly Auction on Sunday, final prices for packs ranged from a high of $45,140 to a low of $32,940 each. Winners of each pack are invited to attend the break with Paul and Goldin ...