| Set | Expedition Base Set |
| Card number | 97 |
| Rarity | Common |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 50 |
| Artist | Masako Yamashita |
| Released | Sep 2002 |
Charmander #97 Value (Expedition Base Set)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Masako Yamashita illustrated Charmander number 97 for Expedition Base Set, giving the popular Kanto starter one of two consecutive common entries in the checklist. Released during the 2002 E-Card period, it ranks well above most cards in the set by price. Recent activity has trended upward rather than remaining flat.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $19.90 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €21.99 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €6.83 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €11.82 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 311 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $300.00 |
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What sets the price of Charmander #97
Charmander #97 is a Common Pokémon card from Expedition Base Set, the E-Card era (2002). It ranks as number 55 by price out of 165 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 15x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price fell -82%, from $113.67 to $19.90. The illustration is by Masako Yamashita.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGC | 10 | $89.82 | 5 |
| CGC | 9 | $33.42 | 5 |
| CGC | 8 | $16.66 | 2 |
| CGC | 7 | $67.37 | 2 |
| PSA | 10 | $300.00 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $128.38 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $135.90 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $99.18 | 5 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Charmander price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €21.99 | $19.90 |
| Oct 2026 | €18.56 | $37.73 |
| Sep 2026 | €13.33 | $113.36 |
| Aug 2026 | €10.37 | $77.51 |
| Jul 2026 | €7.00 | $7.28 |
| Jun 2026 | €9.73 | $7.28 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Charmander #97 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $19.90, a PSA 10 sells for around $300.00 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €21.99. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Charmander #97 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Charmander #97 sells for about $300.00 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $19.90 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Charmander #97 rare?
Charmander #97 is printed at Common rarity and ranks number 55 by price among the 165 cards in Expedition Base Set. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Charmander #97 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -82% to about $19.90. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Charmander #97 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 15.1x raw ($280.10 more), but a PSA 9 is worth far less than a 10, so check centering, corners and surface first.
How do I check which printing of Charmander I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (97) 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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