| Set | Base Set |
| Card number | 4 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 120 |
| Artist | Mitsuhiro Arita |
| Released | Jan 1999 |
Charizard #4 Value (Base Set)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Oct 5, 2026.
Also known as: Base Set Charizard, 1st Edition Charizard
Few Pokémon cards define the late 1990s hobby as clearly as Base Set Charizard number 4. Mitsuhiro Arita's artwork, Rare Holo finish, Energy Burn Pokémon Power, and Fire Spin attack established a lasting template for Charizard cards. Ranked first in the set's pricing data, it remains the central trophy of the original English release.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $807.29 |
| TCGplayer mid price (USD) | $615.38 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €50,000 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €1,821 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €2,479 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 33 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $376.41 |
Buy / compare: TCGplayer · eBay · eBay sold · Cardmarket
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What sets the price of Charizard #4
Charizard #4 is a Rare Holo Pokémon card from Base Set, the Base era (1999). It ranks as the most valuable card out of 307 cards in the set, so it is one of the cards collectors chase when opening packs. The PSA 10 premium is only about $-430.88 over raw, so grading rarely leaves much profit after fees and shipping. Over the last 30 days the price rose +5.3%, from $766.83 to $807.29. The sold listings below show 10 recent eBay sales, the best check on what buyers actually pay. The illustration is by Mitsuhiro Arita.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 9 | $1,594 | 2 |
| ACE | 8 | $760.00 | 1 |
| ACE | 7 | $322.50 | 1 |
| BGS | 9 | $1,883 | 5 |
| BGS | 8 | $1,546 | 5 |
| BGS | 7 | $583.85 | 4 |
| CGC | 10 | $4,307 | 5 |
| CGC | 9 | $1,637 | 5 |
| CGC | 8 | $795.94 | 5 |
| CGC | 7 | $485.54 | 5 |
| PSA | 10 | $376.41 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $959.48 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $966.12 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $665.94 | 5 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Charizard price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | €50,000 | $807.29 |
| Sep 2026 | €50,000 | $773.03 |
| Aug 2026 | - | $717.30 |
| Jul 2026 | €52,000 | $648.54 |
| Jun 2026 | €1,590 | $422.42 |
| May 2026 | €1,477 | $422.42 |
| Mar 2026 | €1,200 | $423.31 |
| Feb 2026 | €1,163 | $414.65 |
Recent eBay sold listings
| Listing | Grade | Sold price | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 POKEMON BASE SET UNLIMITED #4 CHARIZARD-HOLO PSA 6 | PSA 6 | $952.10 | Sep 1, 2026 |
| 2000 POKEMON GAME BASE II #4 CHARIZARD-HOLO BASE II PSA 2 | PSA 2 | $167.91 | Sep 1, 2026 |
| PSA 4 Charizard 1996 POKEMON BASE SET JAPANESE #6 CHARIZARD HOLO | PSA 4 | $376.41 | Sep 1, 2026 |
| Pokemon 1999 Base Set Charizard #4/102 Holo Psa 7 | PSA 7 | $665.94 | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Pokémon TCG Charizard Base Set 4/102 Holo Unlimited Holo Rare PSA 3 | PSA 3 | $327.70 | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Pokemon Charizard Base Set 2 Holo #4 PSA 9 Mint | PSA 9 | $1,461 | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Pokemon Charizard Base Set Unlimited Holo #4 PSA 3 | PSA 3 | $309.99 | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Charizard 4/130 Base Set 2 Holo Rare Pokemon Card CGC 7 | CGC 7 | $376.41 | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Charizard Holo 1999 Base Set TCG 4/102 BGS 9 MINT | BGS 9 | $2,098 | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Charizard 4/102 Base Set Holo PSA 6 | PSA 6 | $531.40 | Aug 31, 2026 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Charizard #4 worth on Oct 5, 2026?
As of Oct 5, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $807.29, a PSA 10 sells for around $376.41 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €50,000. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
How much is Base Set Charizard worth?
Base Set Charizard is the collector nickname for Charizard #4 from Base Set. As of Oct 5, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $807.29, a PSA 10 sells for around $376.41 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €50,000. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Charizard #4 worth?
As of Oct 5, 2026, a PSA 10 Charizard #4 sells for about $376.41 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $807.29 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Charizard #4 rare?
Charizard #4 is printed at Rare Holo rarity and ranks number 1 by price among the 307 cards in Base Set. That puts it among the set’s chase cards.
Is Charizard #4 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +5.3% to about $807.29. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Charizard #4 worth grading?
Usually not. A PSA 10 only adds about $-430.88 over raw, which leaves little after grading fees, shipping and the risk of a lower grade.
How do I check which printing of Charizard I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (4) at the bottom of the card, then match both to this page. A phone scanner such as Card Value Scanner on iPhone reads them from one photo; on Android, search the number in the price guide.
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