How much is Charizard ex (Obsidian Flames, Special Illustration Rare) worth?
The Special Illustration Rare Charizard ex from a set built around the character.
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Why Charizard ex holds value
Special Illustration Rares are among the lowest-pull-rate cards in modern sets, featuring elaborate full-art scenes that collectors prize, and the Charizard ex version is a headline chase from an expansion themed around Charizard. Its modern supply is larger than vintage, so demand concentrates on top-condition, gem-grade copies. Charizard's constant popularity supports durable interest.
- +A Special Illustration Rare (SIR), one of the rarest modern rarity tiers with full-scene art.
- +Printed in Obsidian Flames, an expansion that prominently featured Charizard.
- +SIR cards are pulled at notably lower rates than standard ex or full-art cards.
Frequently asked
What is a Special Illustration Rare?
A Special Illustration Rare is a premium modern rarity featuring the Pokémon in a detailed full-art scene, seeded at a very low rate within its set.
How is the SIR Charizard different from the regular Charizard ex?
The regular ex is easier to pull with standard artwork, while the SIR has unique full-scene illustration and a much lower pull rate, making it the true chase.
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