Charmander
Generations: Radiant Collection · RC3/RC32 · Common
Current Prices
Number
RC3/RC32
Rarity
Common
Variant
Normal
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Charmander Worth?
Charmander is a Common card from the Generations: Radiant Collection set, card number RC3/RC32. On PokeCardWorth we focus on one question — what is it actually worth — and at its current valuation, it sits in the budget range, so it is an accessible addition for most collectors.
Charmander Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Charmander (Generations: Radiant Collection, RC3/RC32) is worth around $12.93 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $12.93, while a Damaged one drops to roughly $4.10. The full condition ladder runs Near Mint $12.93, Lightly Played $9.64, Moderately Played $6.89, Heavily Played $5.12, Damaged $4.10 — so grading the condition correctly before you buy or sell matters more than almost anything else. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $259.85 — about 20x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $44.95.
Is It Worth Grading Charmander?
Grading Charmander can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($12.93) and a PSA 10 ($259.85) is about $246.92 — a 20x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $44.95, PSA 8 $23.50. Only grade a budget card like this if it is flawless and you plan to hold long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | DAMAGED | $3.99 | $3.99 | $3.99 | 1 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $9.99 | $9.99 | $9.99 | 10 |
| ebay | MODERATELY PLAYED | $9.11 | $9.11 | $9.11 | 1 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $13.47 | $9.99 | $16.95 | 15 |
| ebay | CGC 7 5 | $17.00 | $17.00 | $17.00 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 8 | $24.99 | $24.99 | $24.99 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $8.50 | $8.50 | $8.50 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $259.85 | $259.85 | $259.85 | 11 |
| ebay | PSA 6 | $13.78 | $13.78 | $13.78 | 4 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $24.50 | $24.50 | $24.50 | 5 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $23.50 | $23.50 | $23.50 | 16 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $44.95 | $44.95 | $44.95 | 24 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $4.10 | $4.10 | $4.10 | 44 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $5.12 | $5.12 | $5.12 | 93 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $9.64 | $7.68 | $13.15 | 715 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $6.89 | $8.25 | $8.25 | 237 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $12.93 | $10.00 | $18.41 | 826 |
Is Charmander a Good Buy?
As a common, Charmander holds little standalone value, but clean copies still matter for set completion. Upside is modest; the main reason to hold is enjoyment and set-building. Whatever you decide, recheck Charmander's value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
