Charmander [1st Edition] - Pokemon Base Set #46
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Charmander [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
This card is part of the original English Base Set, the first main Pokémon TCG expansion released by Wizards of the Coast, and its 1st Edition version comes from the hobby’s earliest English print run.
Set Lore
Base Set 1st Edition cards are especially iconic because the 1st Edition and Shadowless runs share the early no-drop-shadow layout, making this Charmander one of the clearest visual markers of the game’s launch era.
In-Game
Charmander’s attacks here, Scratch and Ember, are both moves it can learn in the video games, and the card’s Pokédex text is adapted from Pokémon Red and Blue, tying the card directly to the original Game Boy experience.
Card History
For many collectors, Charmander’s Base Set card hits harder because the anime turned it into one of Ash’s most emotional catches, after Charmander was abandoned by Damian and still waited loyally in the rain.
Artist
This Charmander was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, one of the foundational artists of the Pokémon TCG whose work helped define the visual identity of the game from its earliest years.
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About Charmander [1st Edition] (Pokemon Base Set #46)
Charmander [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 46. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $174.54, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
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Over the last 90 days, the Raw NM market price has ranged from $141.18 to $174.54, with a median of $145.06.
Card details
- Card Number
- #46
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Charmander [1st Edition] from Pokemon Base Set #46?
The current market price of Charmander [1st Edition] is $174.54. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Charmander [1st Edition] from?
Charmander [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 46, released in 1999.
Is Charmander [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Charmander [1st Edition] 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 Charmander [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Charmander [1st Edition] 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 7,000 PSA graded copies tracked.