Charizard SM226 / 248 Pokemon Card from SM Black Star Promos Set
Charizard is a Stage 2 Fire-type Pokémon with 150 HP. It is part of the SM Black Star Promos set, identified as card number SM226, and features artwork by the…
- Set: SM Black Star Promos
- Number: SM226/248
- Rarity: Promo
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About the Charizard Pokémon Card
Charizard is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 150 HP from the SM Black Star Promos set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number SM226/248 and is classified as Promo. The SM Black Star Promos set was released on February 3, 2017.
The card includes the flavor text: “This Pokémon was created by Mewtwo to prove that copies can be even more powerful than their originals.”.
Charizard Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Charizard
Card number: SM226/248
Set: SM Black Star Promos
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Promo
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Fire
HP: 150
Artist: 2019 Pikachu Project
Release date: February 3, 2017
National Pokédex number: 6
Why Collect the Charizard Pokémon Card?
Charizard is most often collected as part of a complete SM Black Star Promos 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 Charizard Pokémon Card
Charizard was illustrated by 2019 Pikachu Project.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Charizard Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Charizard is about $58.38. Recent listings range from roughly $40.64 (low) to
For context, the SM Black Star Promos set has a median card value near $8.70 and an average near
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the SM Black Star Promos set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Charizard Pokémon Card
Whether Charizard 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.
How Rare Is the Charizard Pokémon Card?
Charizard carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
Other Printings of Charizard
Charizard appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 3 (around