Charizard ex 223 / 197 Pokemon Card from Obsidian Flames Set

Charizard ex — Obsidian Flames 223/197 Pokémon TCG card

Charizard ex is a Stage 2 Pokémon card with a Darkness type and 330 HP. It features artwork by AKIRA EGAWA and is part of the Obsidian Flames set from the…

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About the Charizard ex Pokémon Card

Charizard ex is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 330 HP from the Obsidian Flames set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 223/197 and is classified as Special Illustration Rare. The Obsidian Flames set was released on August 11, 2023.

Within the Obsidian Flames set, Charizard ex currently carries the highest market price of any card.

Charizard ex Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Charizard ex

Card number: 223/197

Set: Obsidian Flames

Series: Scarlet & Violet

Rarity: Special Illustration Rare

Subtypes: Stage 2, ex, Tera

Type: Darkness

HP: 330

Artist: AKIRA EGAWA

Release date: August 11, 2023

National Pokédex number: 6

Why Collect the Charizard ex Pokémon Card?

Charizard ex 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 Obsidian Flames 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 ex Pokémon Card

Charizard ex was illustrated by AKIRA EGAWA.

For Special Illustration Rare 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 ex Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Charizard ex is about

30. Recent listings range from roughly $89.99 (low) to $999 (high), with a mid-point near
40. 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 Obsidian Flames set has a median card value near $0.26 and an average near

.50, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -11% over the last 7 days and -12% 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 Obsidian Flames set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Charizard ex Pokémon Card

Whether Charizard ex 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 55,181 copies of this card, of which 12,684 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 23.0%. 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 ex Pokémon Card?

Special Illustration Rare cards such as Charizard ex 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 (223/197) sits above the set's printed total of 197, 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 55,181 copies to date.

Other Printings of Charizard ex

Charizard ex appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include FireRed & LeafGreen 105 (around $500), 151 199 (around $472) and Paldean Fates 234 (around $338).

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 ex Pokémon Card

The Charizard ex pokémon card is a Special Illustration Rare card from the Obsidian Flames set (Scarlet & Violet 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

30; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Charizard ex card from?

Charizard ex is from the Obsidian Flames set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 223/197 with the Special Illustration Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Charizard ex card?

Charizard ex is classified as Special Illustration Rare.

How much is the Charizard ex 223/197 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

30, within a recent range of roughly $89.99 to $999. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Charizard ex card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 55,181 copies so far, with about 23.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Charizard ex?

PSA has graded 55,181 copies, of which 12,684 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 23.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Charizard ex card?

Special Illustration Rare cards such as Charizard ex 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 Obsidian Flames set released?

The Obsidian Flames set was released on August 11, 2023.

Are there other printings of Charizard ex?

Yes. Charizard ex appears on 23 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.