Base Set 2
Charizard
Card Analysis
AI snapshot
Charizard is a grail-tier card from Base Set 2 with the Rare rarity, currently valued at $466.74. That places it toward the premium end of the set — accessible to own and priced by collectors more than speculators.
Collector analysis
For collectors, Charizard is best bought near-mint and raw unless a copy is exceptional. Its Rare rarity sets how often it appears in Base Set 2 packs, so factor the hunt into your plan.
Investment analysis
As a grail-tier card, Charizard carries higher stakes but stronger, steadier collector demand. Nothing is guaranteed to appreciate — track the Base Set 2 trend and the card's rarity rather than short-term spikes.
Price analysis
The $466.74 figure reflects condition, the Rare print and demand for the Pokémon. Graded copies form a separate, higher tier — always confirm against live listings before you buy or sell.
Pull Rates — Base Set 2
Guaranteed Per Pack
| Rarity | Rate |
|---|---|
| Common | 5 |
| Uncommon | 3 |
Hit Slot Distribution
| Rarity | Rate |
|---|---|
| Rare | 0.5 |
| Holo Rare | 0.25 |
| Ultra Rare | 0.18 |
| Secret Rare | 0.07 |
| Cards Per Pack | 11 |
| Source | Community-aggregated pack-break statistics (Pokebeach / r/PokemonTCG / Pokellector-style tracking). NOT an official Pokemon Company figure -- no such figure is published. Treat as an approximation. No set-specific tracking data reviewed for this set -- generic fallback. |
| Confidence | estimate-generic-fallback |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Charizard worth?
Charizard is currently tracked at $466.74, though live prices move with condition and demand.
Is Charizard rare?
It carries the Rare rarity in Base Set 2, which sets how often it appears in packs.
Should I grade Charizard?
Weigh the roughly $15–$30 grading cost against the $466.74 value — grade only exceptional copies.
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