Charizard Base Set Appraisal

Pokemon Base Set Shadowless Charizard (Holo) Trading Card

This item is a vintage collectible Pokémon trading card, specifically a holographic 'Charizard' card from the original Base Set. The card is encased within a clear, rigid plastic sleeve, indicating an owner's attempt to preserve its condition. Based on the visible text and font style, particularly the lack of shadow under the right border of the artwork frame, it can be identified as a 'Shadowless' variant, which is rarer than its shadowed counterpart. The card features Charizard, a 'Flame Pokémon,' with '120 HP' clearly visible at the top right. Its 'Pokémon Power' is 'Energy Burn,' and its attack is 'Fire Spin,' which requires discarding two Energy cards to deal '100' damage. Physical characteristics show a primarily orange and yellow aesthetic with a holographic foil treatment on the Charizard illustration, providing a shimmering effect when light reflects off it. The card's borders are yellow, and the text is black on a light background. Minor wear might exist on the card edges or corners, typical of vintage cards, though the plastic case obscures a detailed assessment of its precise condition. The card measures approximately 3.5 inches by 2.5 inches, standard for trading cards. This card belongs to the late 1990s era, specifically the initial print runs of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, making it a highly sought-after collectible due to its iconic status, playability, and rarity, particularly as a Shadowless variant.