Charizard
VMAX Climax · 187 · Character Rare
Current Prices
Set
VMAX ClimaxNumber
187
Rarity
Character Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
840
Last Updated
Mar 4, 2026
About Charizard
Charizard is a Rare card that stands out in the VMAX Climax set, numbered 187 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. Pricing for this card is based on the European CardMarket marketplace. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Charizard Price Analysis
The current market price for Charizard from VMAX Climax is $14.21 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $11.50 to a high of $49.00. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $75.00 — approximately 5.3x the ungraded market price. Over the past 30 days, Charizard has increased in value by +27.3%, indicating growing demand among collectors. With a high volume of recorded sales (840+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Charizard
Professional grading is available for Charizard and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: AOG 9 5, BGS 9 5, CGC 10, CGC 8 5, CGC 9 5, CGS 9 5, GSG 9, GSG 9 5. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: MINT, NEAR MINT. For cards in this price range, grading makes sense primarily if the card is in near-mint condition and you plan to hold it long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cardmarket unsold | PGS 9 5 | $41.00 | $39.99 | $42.00 | 13 |
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $14.21 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 10 | $75.00 | $61.00 | $90.00 | 85 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 9 5 | $60.00 | $50.00 | $70.00 | 9 |
| cardmarket unsold | GSG 9 | $39.90 | $39.90 | $39.90 | 3 |
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $12.75 | $11.50 | $49.00 | 570 |
| cardmarket unsold | PGS 10 | $50.00 | $49.99 | $50.00 | 13 |
| cardmarket unsold | MINT | $15.00 | $20.00 | $60.00 | 85 |
| cardmarket unsold | AOG 9 5 | $49.94 | $49.94 | $49.94 | 7 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 10 | $49.50 | $44.99 | $73.00 | 17 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 8 5 | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | 1 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 9 5 | $39.00 | $39.00 | $39.00 | 5 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGS 9 5 | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | 5 |
| cardmarket unsold | GSG 9 5 | $39.00 | $39.00 | $39.00 | 8 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 8 | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | 9 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 9 | $32.80 | $30.00 | $38.00 | 15 |
| cardmarket unsold | SFG 10 | $45.00 | $45.00 | $45.00 | 6 |
Is Charizard a Good Investment?
Charizard carries the Rare designation, placing it in the category of cards that collectors actively seek for set completion and moderate investment. The upward price trend suggests increasing demand. However, short-term price movements do not always indicate long-term direction. High trading volume makes this card relatively liquid, meaning it can be bought or sold quickly at market price. As with any collectible, values can fluctuate based on market conditions, format legality, nostalgia cycles, and overall demand in the Pokemon TCG market in 2026.
