The 4th print Charizard, specifically the popular Charizard #4/102 from the Pokémon Celebrations 25th Anniversary set, has seen a range of sales prices in 2025, with recent completed sales on eBay hitting around $105 for a standard holo rare up to $450 for high-grade versions like Tag Gem Mint 10[1]. This card, a holographic reprint of the classic Charizard from the Base Set but reimagined for the Celebrations edition released in 2021, continues to draw huge interest from collectors even years later, and 2025 sales show it’s holding steady in the low to mid hundreds for most copies while premium graded ones push higher.
To understand what makes this card special, let’s step back a bit. The Pokémon Trading Card Game exploded in popularity back in the late 1990s, and Charizard has always been the king of the hill. It’s that fiery dragon Pokémon everyone remembers from the early sets, with its massive wings, blazing tail, and attack moves like Fire Spin that just scream power. The original Charizard from the Base Set #4/102 is legendary, but the Celebrations version is a “reprint” homage—same artwork vibe, numbered 4/102 again, but shiny holo foil to celebrate 25 years of Pokémon cards. It’s not the ultra-rare 1st Edition Shadowless original (those fetch thousands, like over £5,000 or about $6,300 USD for near-mint in mid-2025[2]), but it’s way more accessible and still packs a punch for fans.
In 2025, the market for this Celebrations Charizard #4 has been buzzing. PriceCharting, a go-to site for tracking Pokémon card values based on real eBay sales, lists the current market price at $113.59 for a standard holo rare as of late December, right after a $105 sale on December 20[1]. That’s with shipping included in some cases, like $105 total or $113.59 reported. But dig into the recent sales history, and you see variety. On October 7, a Tag Gem Mint 10 graded copy sold for $400[1]. Just 10 days earlier, on September 27, another Tag 10 went for $450[1]. And on September 25, a similar high-grade one hit $357[1]. These are all eBay completed listings, meaning real money changed hands, not just asking prices.
Why the spread? Grading matters a ton. A raw, ungraded card in good shape might go for that $100-$115 range because anyone can pull one from a pack or buy packs hoping for it[1]. But when it’s slabbed by a service like TAG (Team Aquarius Grading) at Gem Mint 10—the top perfection score—it appeals to serious investors who want perfection, no scratches, perfect centering. Those command $350-$450 in 2025[1]. Volume is decent too: about 2 sales per day for standard, 2 per week for near-mint, and 3 per day overall, showing steady demand without flooding the market[1].
Earlier in the year, prices were climbing too. Back on June 18, a sale hit around $182 plus shipping[1], and April 5 saw a PSA 1 (that’s poor condition, but still graded) at $100[1]. Even a metal gold UPC version in PSA 1 went for $349.95 sometime in 2025[1]. PSA 1 is the lowest grade, like beat-up but authentic, yet collectors grab them for nostalgia or as entry points. By fall, those Gem Mint sales spiked, maybe tied to Pokémon’s ongoing hype from new games, anime seasons, or events like Pokémon Worlds.
Speaking of the broader market, 2025 has been wild for Pokémon cards overall. Videos breaking down top valuables mention Charizard variants dropping a bit—like one around $340 down to $40 less, but that’s not our exact card[3]. TCGPlayer’s list of the 10 most expensive new prints from 2025 highlights fresh Charizard ex cards losing value fast, like $300 drops post-release, showing how reprints and new sets can pressure older ones[4]. But our Celebrations #4 holds up because it’s not a brand-new chase card; it’s a proven classic reprint with anniversary appeal.
Collectors chase this card for good reasons. First, artwork: Masakazu Fukuda’s original Base Set design, with Charizard roaring flames from its mouth, perched on a rock—iconic. The Celebrations foil adds rainbow shine that pops under light. Second, rarity in context: In Celebrations packs, it’s a 1-in-72 pull rate for the holo, but everyone opened those anniversary boxes, so supply exists, keeping prices reasonable[1]. Third, nostalgia. If you grew up in the ’90s trading at recess, this hits different. Plus, graded populations are low for perfect 10s, driving premiums.
How do sales work? Mostly eBay auctions or Buy It Now. Sellers list raw cards cheap to move fast, graded ones start higher. Shipping adds $5-$6, as seen in those $182+$6 or $375+$5 listings[1]. Time Warp on PriceCharting shows photos of sold items if you subscribe, proving authenticity—no fakes here[1]. PokeCardValues tracks similar holos but focuses more on the OG Base Set 1st Ed Shadowless, which sold for £4,083 to £5,637 equivalent in early-to-mid 2025, reminding us the reprint is the budget king[2].
Factors influencing 2025 prices include Pokémon’s ecosystem. New sets like Phantasmal Flames dropped mega Charizard X ex cards that tanked quick[4], but Celebrations benefits from being “vintage-lite.” Economic stuff plays in—collectors tighten belts, yet Pokémon bucks trends with steady volume[1]. Community sites like TCGPlayer shifted to their data for accuracy, ditching old eBay scrapes[2]. Affiliates earn commissions, but prices stay fair[2].
For buyers, snag a raw for $100-ish and grade it yourself if it’s gemmy. Risky, but upside if it hits 10. Sellers: Clean it gently, sleeve it, photo well. International? UK sites show pounds, but USD dominates eBay US[1][2]. Videos hype “most valuable 2025” lists, but our #4 sneaks in as affordable fire[3].
Deeper sales patterns: That December 20 $105 was likely raw or low-grade[1]. October’s $400 Gem Mint shows peak demand[1]. June’s $182 might’ve been near-mint raw[1]. Even poor PSA 1s at $100 prove floor value[1]. Gold metal variants spike higher at $350[1]. Classic Collection reprints mirror it, like that $357 TAG 10[1].
Community buzz keeps it alive. YouTube breakdowns note market dips but surprises, like some Charizards up to $463 listed[3]. Victini comparables at $465 show mid-tier holo range[3]. Prismatic sets down $40, mirroring trends[
