Charmander is a Basic Fire-type Pokémon card with 50 HP. It was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita and is part of the Dragon set in the EX series, released in the…
Set: Dragon
Number: 98/97
Rarity: Rare Secret
Set
About the Charmander Pokémon Card
Charmander is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 50 HP from the Dragon set, part of the EX series. It carries the collector number 98/97 and is classified as Rare Secret. The Dragon set was released on November 24, 2003.
Charmander Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Charmander
Card number: 98/97
Set: Dragon
Series: EX
Rarity: Rare Secret
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Fire
HP: 50
Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita
Release date: November 24, 2003
National Pokédex number: 4
Why Collect the Charmander Pokémon Card?
Charmander 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 Dragon 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.
Artwork and Illustration of the Charmander Pokémon Card
Charmander was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Charmander Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Charmander is about
40. Recent listings range from roughly 05 (low) to $459 (high), with a mid-point near $315. 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 Dragon set has a median card value near
7.31 and an average near $50.91, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -5% over the last 7 days and +30% 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 Dragon set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Charmander Pokémon Card
Whether Charmander 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 2,146 copies of this card, of which 181 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 8.4%. 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 Charmander Pokémon Card?
Rare Secret cards such as Charmander 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 (98/97) sits above the set's printed total of 97, 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 2,146 copies to date.
Other Printings of Charmander
Charmander appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 70 (around
44), Stormfront 101 (around
64) and 151 168 (around
27).
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 Charmander Pokémon Card
The Charmander pokémon card is a Rare Secret card from the Dragon set (EX 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
40; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Charmander card from?
Charmander is from the Dragon set (EX series), numbered 98/97 with the Rare Secret rarity.
What rarity is the Charmander card?
Charmander is classified as Rare Secret.
How much is the Charmander 98/97 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
40, within a recent range of roughly
05 to $459. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Charmander card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2,146 copies so far, with about 8.4% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Charmander?
PSA has graded 2,146 copies, of which 181 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 8.4%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Charmander card?
Rare Secret cards such as Charmander 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 Dragon set released?
The Dragon set was released on November 24, 2003.
Are there other printings of Charmander?
Yes. Charmander appears on 47 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
