Charizard 40/165

Name: Charizard #40 - Expedition Base Set | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: ecard1-40
Price: 117.55 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Expedition Base Set Released: Sep 15, 2002

Pokémon

Fire Type Rare Pull Rate: 1 in 40 packs (2.5%) Evolves From: Charmeleon

Raw Prices

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117.55 $15.25 (14.91%)

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329.90

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	1,311.17	—	x11
PSA9	281.11	1.31%	x2.4
PSA8.5	101.95	—	x0.9
PSA8	183.19	11.35%	x1.6
PSA7	128.84	10.28%	x1.1

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	5,859.86	2.09%	x18
PSA9	979.30	8.72%	x3.0
PSA8	576.47	21.49%	x1.7
PSA7	249.36	—	x0.8

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
296
17.37%
$1,311.17
PSA 9 Mint
456
26.76%
$281.11
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
350
20.54%
$183.19
PSA 7 Near Mint
156
9.15%
$128.84
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
142
8.33%
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PSA 5 Excellent
109
6.40%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
62
3.64%
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PSA 3 Very Good
44
2.58%
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PSA 2 Good
26
1.53%
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PSA 1 Poor
50
2.93%
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Is Charizard 40/165 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $117.55 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $167.30

$117.55

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PSA 1 —

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PSA 2 —

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PSA 3 —

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PSA 4 —

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PSA 5 —

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PSA 6 —

$128.84

PSA 7 −$33.46

$183.19

PSA 8 +$13.83

$281.11

PSA 9 +$99.02

$1,311

PSA 10 +$995.17

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $117.55 raw cost.

Keep in mind: Don't forget about PSA upcharges! High-value cards that get top grades are often bumped to higher pricing tiers by PSA, which can alter your final profit margins.

Population Report (PSA)

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Charizard
National Pokédex #[6]
Card Number 40/165
Card RarityRare
IllustratorHiromichi Sugiyama
Release Date15/09/2002
SeriesE-Card
Expansion Expedition Base Set
Evolves From
Charmeleon
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Fire
Health Points120 HP
Weakness Water ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×3

Abilities

Poké-Power: Burning Energy
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may turn all basic Energy attached to all of your Pokémon into Fire Energy for the rest of the turn. This power can't be used if Charizard is affected by a Special Condition.

Attacks

Scorching Whirlwind120
Flip 2 coins. If 1 of them is tails, discard 2 Energy cards attached to Charizard. If both are tails, discard all Energy cards attached to Charizard.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Charizard soaring through a cloudy sky, wings spread wide, mouth open as flames burst from its fiery tail, embodying fierce power and dynamic motion against a vibrant blue and green backdrop.

Playability Overview

Charizard’s ability to convert all basic Energy into Fire Energy enhances team flexibility, but its risky attack cost and potential energy loss require careful energy management and timing for optimal impact.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Fiery AscensionThis Charizard card radiates intense energy with its striking fire effects and dynamic pose. It deserves a spot on a "Flame Warriors" page, where you can celebrate powerful fire-types. Pair it with cards like Blaziken or Typhlosion for a fiery showdown that captures the essence of heat and strength.Additional Binder Suggestions: Volcano / Intense / Bold Colors / Firestorm / Dragon Flight

Charizard 40/165

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Abilities

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Artwork Description

Playability Overview

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