Charizard
Expedition Base Set · #40 · Rare
Price detail
TCGplayer (US) (reverseHolofoil)
| Tier | USD |
|---|---|
| Low | $400 |
| Market | $450 |
| Mid | $682 |
| High | $964 |
Every print variant (2)
| Variant | Market | Low – High |
|---|---|---|
| Reverse Holofoil | $450 | $400 – $964 |
| Normal | $120 | — |
The same card, different print: $450 vs $120 — a 3.7× spread. Check which variant a listing actually is before you judge the price.
Cardmarket (EU)
| Metric | EUR |
|---|---|
| Trend | €28.06 |
| Avg 1-day | €9.98 |
| Avg 7-day | €36.68 |
| Avg 30-day | €40.88 |
| Low | €5.00 |
Authenticity check
- Light test: real cards have an opaque middle layer — shine a phone light through the card; if it glows through easily, walk away.
- Texture & print: under magnification real cards show a fine rosette dot pattern; fakes look flat, blurry, or oversaturated (the back's blue is a common tell).
- Font & layout: compare the HP, energy symbols and set number against the card image above — fakes routinely get spacing and symbols subtly wrong.
- The price itself: a raw Charizard offered under about $225 is where fakes and bait listings live — run the exact price through our deal checker.
FAQ
How much is Charizard (Expedition Base Set #40) worth?
As of our 2026-08-07 data, Charizard from Expedition Base Set is worth about $450 (TCGplayer US market) and around €30.30 (Cardmarket EU). Prices move constantly — check the live links before buying or selling.
Is Charizard rare?
Its rarity is listed as Rare and it ranks #6 of 165 by value in Expedition Base Set. Rarity is the printed classification — it does not by itself guarantee value.
What's the most valuable card in Expedition Base Set?
By current US market price, it's Gengar at $800.
Is Charizard's price going up or down?
On the Cardmarket (EU) trend it's -24% over 7 days, -31% over 30 days. That's an early momentum signal, not a guarantee — collectible prices are volatile and can reverse quickly.
Where can I check Charizard's live price?
See the current TCGplayer (US) market price here: Charizard on TCGplayer ↗.
How can I tell if a Charizard is fake?
Because it trades at $450, Charizard is a counterfeit target. The fast checks: the light test (real cards have an opaque middle layer), print texture under magnification, and font/symbol accuracy — full checklist in the Authenticity section above. And sanity-check the price: a copy offered far below $450 is the classic fake/bait pattern — check any asking price here.
Related cards
Near it by value in Expedition Base Set
Other printings of Charizard
Where to buy / check live price
Prices datamined 2026-08-07. The 7/30-day trend is Cardmarket (EU) — an early momentum signal, not a guarantee.