Charizard 1. Edition, Base Set (German), PSA 10
Main reasons to invest
Return Potential📈: An investment of 500 EUR is projected to be worth approximately 1,250 EUR in 5 years.
Cost-to-Return Ratio⚖️: With just 2.9% annual total costs (including exit fees), your net profit could be an impressive 20.1% per year.
Rarity 🔥: This card with a PSA10 condition rating exists only 57 times worldwide. In 2026, Pokémon will celebrate its 30th anniversary, which should further fuel the hype around this card.
Description
Why Invest in This Card?
The Legacy of Charizard
Charizard is a cornerstone of the Pokémon franchise, first introduced in the original Pokémon video games and as Ash’s initial fully-evolved Pokémon in the anime series, despite its frequent disobedience.
Charizard in the Pokémon TCG
Charizard features prominently on numerous Pokémon cards, many of which command high prices. Although Charizard is a Fire/Flying type Pokémon rather than a Dragon type, it gains a Fire/Dragon type with Mega Evolution (Mega Charizard X). Its majestic design and competitive value in the Trading Card Game have made Charizard one of the most beloved Pokémon among fans.
The Rarity and Significance of Charizard Cards
This card is arguably the most iconic Pokémon card ever created. With Charizard's immense popularity and the increasing rarity of 1st Edition cards, its value continues to rise. The card features the Charizard artwork by Arita Mitsuhiro, one of the most renowned Pokémon card illustrators. The combination of the most famous Pokémon and a celebrated artist makes this card a unique collector's item.
Impact of PSA10 Grading
Top-condition cards command significant premiums. In 2024, four PSA10 graded Charizard cards (English version) were sold at an average price of €260,000. In contrast, PSA9 graded Charizard cards (English version) averaged €23,000. This substantial price difference highlights the premium placed on PSA10 grades.
Limitation
There are only 57 German version Charizard Holo 1st Edition cards graded PSA10, making them even rarer than the English version, of which 124 PSA10 graded cards are available.
Expert
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