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Charizard
Wizards of the Coast•1999
$897.19Market Price
Raw NM
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Charizard Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Base Set Charizard is the original holographic Charizard that introduced Mitsuhiro Arita’s artwork to the TCG, and Bulbapedia notes it was included in the first Base Set release and later became one of the hobby’s most sought-after cards.
Artist
This card’s illustrator, Mitsuhiro Arita, said the original Base Set Charizard appears on the first page of his career-spanning binder and called it one of the cards fans loved most, which helps explain why this artwork still feels legendary to collectors.
In-Game
The card’s Fire Spin attack is pulled directly from a move Charizard can learn in the video games, and Bulbapedia also records that its English Pokédex text is adapted from Pokémon Red and Blue.
Card History
Charizard’s status as a collector favorite is amplified by the anime, where Ash’s Charizard became one of the series’ most memorable powerhouse Pokémon after evolving from an abandoned Charmander and eventually returning to help Ash in major moments.
Cultural Impact
Charizard’s cultural pull goes far beyond the card game, with Wikipedia describing it as one of the most famous and popular Pokémon in the franchise, a big reason this Base Set holo became an icon even outside dedicated TCG circles.
Card Reference
About Charizard
Charizard is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 4. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $897.19, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
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Card details
- Card Number
- #4
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Charizard?
The current market price of Charizard is $897.19. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Charizard from?
Charizard is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 4, released in 1999.
Is Charizard worth grading?
Whether Charizard is worth grading depends on its condition and the graded population for the card. Higher grades command larger premiums, so review recent graded sales and use Double Holo's Grading ROI tools to weigh the cost of grading against the expected graded value before submitting.
How can I buy or sell Charizard?
You can buy or sell Charizard on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.
Approximately 91,500 PSA graded copies tracked.