Charizard (Japanese)
SM6a: Dragon Storm · 003/053 · Rare
Current Prices
Number
003/053
Rarity
Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Charizard (Japanese) Worth?
Charizard (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a Rare card in the SM6a: Dragon Storm set, card number 003/053. 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.
Charizard (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Charizard (Japanese) (SM6a: Dragon Storm, 003/053) is worth around $7.33 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $7.33, while a Lightly Played one drops to roughly $4.00. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $103.47 — about 14x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $48.00.
Is It Worth Grading Charizard (Japanese)?
Grading Charizard (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($7.33) and a PSA 10 ($103.47) is about $96.14 — a 14x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $48.00, CGC 10 $49.99. 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 | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $10.45 | $10.45 | $10.45 | 1 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $12.50 | $12.50 | $12.50 | 14 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $49.99 | $49.99 | $49.99 | 4 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $103.47 | $103.47 | $103.47 | 6 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $48.00 | $48.00 | $48.00 | 4 |
| ebay | TAG 10 | $130.00 | $130.00 | $130.00 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $4.00 | $4.00 | $4.00 | 2 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $7.33 | $8.00 | $8.00 | 34 |
Is Charizard (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Charizard (Japanese) is a Rare that collectors actively chase for set completion. Upside is modest; the main reason to hold is enjoyment and set-building. Whatever you decide, recheck Charizard (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
