Charizard V 79 / 73 Pokemon Card from Champion's Path Set

Charizard V — Champion's Path 79/73 Pokémon TCG card

Charizard V is a Basic Fire-type Pokémon card with 220 HP. It is part of the Champion's Path set from the Sword & Shield series and features artwork by 5ban…

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About the Charizard V Pokémon Card

Charizard V is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 220 HP from the Champion's Path set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 79/73 and is classified as Rare Secret. The Champion's Path set was released on September 25, 2020.

Within the Champion's Path set, Charizard V currently carries the highest market price of any card.

Charizard V Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Charizard V

Card number: 79/73

Set: Champion's Path

Series: Sword & Shield

Rarity: Rare Secret

Subtypes: Basic, V

Type: Fire

HP: 220

Artist: 5ban Graphics

Release date: September 25, 2020

National Pokédex number: 6

Why Collect the Charizard V Pokémon Card?

Charizard V sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Champion's Path set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set, and this card already commands the top market price within its set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Charizard V Pokémon Card

Charizard V was illustrated by 5ban Graphics.

For Rare Secret cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.

Market Price and Value of the Charizard V Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Charizard V is about

66. Recent listings range from roughly 27 (low) to $435 (high), with a mid-point near 92. 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 Champion's Path set has a median card value near $0.29 and an average near $7.03, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -25% over the last 7 days and -16% 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 Champion's Path set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Charizard V Pokémon Card

Whether Charizard V 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 28,442 copies of this card, of which 18,035 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 63.4%. 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 Charizard V Pokémon Card?

Rare Secret cards such as Charizard V are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.

Its collector number (79/73) sits above the set's printed total of 73, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 28,442 copies to date.

Other Printings of Charizard V

Charizard V appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Brilliant Stars 154 (around $346), SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH260 (around $60.56) and Brilliant Stars 153 (around $39.46).

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 Charizard V Pokémon Card

The Charizard V pokémon card is a Rare Secret card from the Champion's Path set (Sword & Shield series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about 66; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Charizard V card from?

Charizard V is from the Champion's Path set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 79/73 with the Rare Secret rarity.

What rarity is the Charizard V card?

Charizard V is classified as Rare Secret.

How much is the Charizard V 79/73 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

66, within a recent range of roughly 27 to $435. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Charizard V card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 28,442 copies so far, with about 63.4% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Charizard V?

PSA has graded 28,442 copies, of which 18,035 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 63.4%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Charizard V card?

Rare Secret cards such as Charizard V are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.

When was the Champion's Path set released?

The Champion's Path set was released on September 25, 2020.

Are there other printings of Charizard V?

Yes. Charizard V appears on 12 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.