Charizard V

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 7/10

Recent sales show minimal fluctuation in raw and graded copies amid steady collector interest, with graded 10 pop abundance preventing sharp rises.

Next months. Stable with minor fluctuations in next 3-6 months due to consistent demand.

Long term. Stable to slightly declining over 1-3 years as supply outpaces demand growth.

History

Charizard is a Fire/Flying-type Pokémon, the final evolution of Charmander, introduced in Generation I (Pokémon Red and Green, 1996). Iconic as a powerful dragon-like creature and mascot for the Pokémon franchise, it holds massive cultural significance among collectors due to its aggressive design, high stats, and appearances in anime, movies, and merchandise.

First released in the Sword & Shield: Brilliant Stars set on February 25, 2022, in English by The Pokémon Company International.

• Charizard V #017/172 is the standard Ultra Rare Full Art version from Brilliant Stars.
• This set marked a popular Sword & Shield era expansion featuring VSTAR mechanics.
• Charizard cards consistently drive high collector demand across printings.

Rarity and print run

Tier

Ultra Rare

Print run

High

First printed in

Sword & Shield: Brilliant Stars

Demand

High

Supply

High

• Full art design boosts appeal
• High print run typical of Sword & Shield sets
• One of multiple Charizard V variants diluting exclusivity

Collector notes

Condition. Inspect centering on full art borders, check for print lines, edge whitening, surface scratches, and holo foil scratches; common flaws include miscuts and roller marks from high-volume printing.

Storage. Use semi-rigid holders or top-loaders with sleeves in cool, dry conditions away from sunlight; avoid stacking without dividers to prevent edge wear.

Authenticity. Verify holo pattern consistency, font alignment, and card stock thickness; compare to official scans on Pokémon TCG database; fakes often have blurry art or incorrect numbering; use graded/graded population reports for graded authenticity.