Charmeleon is a Stage 1 Fire-type Pokémon with 80 HP. It features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and is card number 24 in the Base set, released in the vintage…
Set: Base
Number: 24/102
Rarity: Uncommon
Set
About the Charmeleon Pokémon Card
Charmeleon is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the Base set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 24/102 and is classified as Uncommon. The Base set was released on January 9, 1999.
The card includes the flavor text: “When it swings its burning tail, it raises the temperature to unbearably high levels.”.
Charmeleon Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Charmeleon
Card number: 24/102
Set: Base
Series: Base
Rarity: Uncommon
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Fire
HP: 80
Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita
Release date: January 9, 1999
National Pokédex number: 5
Why Collect the Charmeleon Pokémon Card?
Charmeleon is most often collected as part of a complete Base set rather than as a standalone chase card.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Charmeleon Pokémon Card
Charmeleon was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Charmeleon Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Charmeleon is about
.67. Recent listings range from roughly $0.25 (low) to $9,999 (high), with a mid-point near
.25. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Base set has a median card value near
.72 and an average near 0.62, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -35% over the last 7 days and -41% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Base set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Charmeleon Pokémon Card
Whether Charmeleon is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 17,365 copies of this card, of which 2,523 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 14.5%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Charmeleon Pokémon Card?
As an Uncommon card, Charmeleon sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 17,365 copies to date.
Other Printings of Charmeleon
Charmeleon appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 37 (around $350), Expedition Base Set 73 (around
40) and Stormfront 102 (around
12).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Charmeleon Pokémon Card
The Charmeleon pokémon card is a Uncommon card from the Base set (Base series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Base set. Its current aggregated market price is about
.67; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Charmeleon card from?
Charmeleon is from the Base set (Base series), numbered 24/102 with the Uncommon rarity.
What rarity is the Charmeleon card?
Charmeleon is classified as Uncommon.
How much is the Charmeleon 24/102 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.67, within a recent range of roughly $0.25 to $9,999. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Charmeleon card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 17,365 copies so far, with about 14.5% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Charmeleon?
PSA has graded 17,365 copies, of which 2,523 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 14.5%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Charmeleon card?
As an Uncommon card, Charmeleon sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
When was the Base set released?
The Base set was released on January 9, 1999.
Are there other printings of Charmeleon?
Yes. Charmeleon appears on 36 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
