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Charizard — Card Investment Guide
Data-driven investment analysis based on 11 cards spanning 1996–2024.
75
Investment Score
Strong fundamentals and value potential
Cards Tracked
11
Price Range (Raw)
$30–$15,000
Grading Multiplier
49.6x
Top Gem Value
$400,000
▲ Bull Case
- +Active player with career milestones ahead that could spike card values
- +Strong grading multiplier (49.6x avg) — significant value unlock through professional grading
- +Premium gem mint copies command $400,000+ — proven demand at high price points
- +11 cards in database — diverse entry points across multiple price tiers
▼ Bear Case
- -Injury risk could significantly impact card values for active players
- -Performance decline or retirement could reduce collecting interest
- -High entry cost limits buyer pool — illiquid at premium price points
- -No rookie cards in the database — missing the most collected card type
Cards by Budget
Mid-Range
$25–$1002022 Pokémon Brilliant Stars Charizard VSTAR #18
2022 Pokémon Brilliant Stars
$30
gem: $1,000
2024 Pokémon Paldean Fates Charizard ex SV45
2024 Pokémon Paldean Fates
$30
gem: $1,500
2017 Pokémon Burning Shadows Charizard-GX #150 Full Art
2017 Pokémon Burning Shadows
$30
gem: $1,500
Premium
$100–$5001996 Pokémon Japanese Base Set Charizard #6
1996 Pokémon Japanese Base Set
$500
gem: $50,000
Trophy Card
$500+1999 Pokémon Base Set Charizard #4 Shadowless
1999 Pokémon Base Set
$1,000
gem: $400,000
1999 Pokémon 1st Edition Base Set Charizard #4
1999 Pokémon 1st Edition
$15,000
gem: $369,000
All Charizard Cards (11)
| Card | Raw | Gem | Multiplier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Pokémon Base Set Charizard #4 Shadowless | $1,000 | $400,000 | 400.0x |
| 1999 Pokémon 1st Edition Base Set Charizard #4 | $15,000 | $369,000 | 24.6x |
| 1996 Pokémon Japanese Base Set Charizard #6 | $500 | $50,000 | 100.0x |
| 2004 Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen Charizard EX #100 | $100 | $6,000 | 60.0x |
| 2023 Pokémon Obsidian Flames Charizard ex #223 Special Illustration | $50 | $2,500 | 50.0x |
| 2016 Pokémon XY Evolutions Charizard #11 | $50 | $2,000 | 40.0x |
| 2022 Pokémon Crown Zenith Galarian Charizard V SV107 | $50 | $2,000 | 40.0x |
| 2023 Pokémon SV 151 Charizard ex #199 Illustration Rare | $50 | $2,000 | 40.0x |
| 2024 Pokémon Paldean Fates Charizard ex SV45 | $30 | $1,500 | 50.0x |
| 2017 Pokémon Burning Shadows Charizard-GX #150 Full Art | $30 | $1,500 | 50.0x |
| 2022 Pokémon Brilliant Stars Charizard VSTAR #18 | $30 | $1,000 | 33.3x |
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I invest in Charizard cards?▾
Our data-driven analysis gives Charizard an investment score of 75/100 with a “Buy” verdict and medium risk. The strongest bull case: active player with career milestones ahead that could spike card values. The main risk: injury risk could significantly impact card values for active players.
What is the best Charizard card to buy?▾
Charizard does not have rookie cards in our database. Focus on key career-year issues and the most iconic sets. Entry points start at $30 raw, with premium cards reaching $15,000+.
Is grading Charizard cards worth it?▾
Charizard cards have an average grading multiplier of 49.6x (raw to gem mint). This is an excellent multiplier — grading is highly recommended if the card condition supports it. Use the Grading ROI Calculator for specific cards.