Direct answer: Beckett Grading Services (BGS) population counts are proprietary and change over time; to know exactly how many 4th-print Charizard cards (commonly referenced as “#4” from various sets) are graded by BGS you must consult BGS’s own population reports or the BGS population counts shown on major aggregator sites because public, third‑party snapshots (PSA, PriceCharting, etc.) do not reliably reflect BGS’s live database[1][3][4].
Context and explanation
What “4th print Charizard” usually means
– Collectors often shorthand a Charizard card as “#4” when referring to its card number in a particular set; there are multiple Charizard cards that are card number 4 across different sets (Base Set, Base Set 2, Crystal Guardians, Celebrations, etc.), so the phrase “4th print Charizard” is ambiguous unless you name the set and edition explicitly[3][4][1].
– For population counts you must identify the exact set and print/version (for example: Base Set Charizard #4 1st Edition, Base Set 2 #4, Crystal Guardians #4, Celebrations #4). PriceCharting and similar sites show separate pages for each of these issues and give graded-population style breakdowns (usually reflecting PSA data or sales-derived approximations) for each card#4 per set[1][2][3][4].
Why BGS population counts differ from other sources
– BGS (Beckett Grading Services) maintains its own census (population) of cards it has graded; that census is the authoritative source for BGS counts because it’s based on BGS’s internal records. Third‑party aggregators (PriceCharting, eBay, Heritage, TCGPlayer, etc.) compile sale listings and PSA census data and may show population-style tables, but those are not the same as BGS’s internal POP report and can be out of date or mix grading services[1][3][4].
– Aggregators sometimes display “BGS 10” price points and estimated population-like tables, but those reflect market listings and sales rather than a live BGS census[1][3][4].
How to get the exact BGS population for a specified Charizard #4
– Visit Beckett (BGS) directly and use any official census/population search they provide; BGS’s own site or customer service is the authoritative source for how many copies of a specific card they have graded. If BGS publishes an online population/census tool, search for the exact card (set name, card number, language, foil/holo type, and edition) there. If not publicly available or if you need historically timestamped data, contact BGS customer service for a specific count and date-stamped verification. This is the only reliable way to state an exact BGS population count for a given card because the number changes as BGS receives and grades new submissions.
What third‑party sites can tell you now (examples)
– PriceCharting maintains pages for many Charizard #4 variants (Base Set Charizard #4, Base Set 2 Charizard #4, Crystal Guardians Charizard #4, Celebrations Charizard #4) and shows graded-population style tables and price history; those pages are useful for market context and show counts that may reflect PSA/population or sales-history approximations rather than an official BGS census[1][2][3][4].
– PriceCharting lists BGS 10 price points and indicates graded population distribution on their pages for specific Charizard #4 listings, but they explicitly state their population tables are updated periodically and reflect the dataset they maintain (not necessarily an official BGS release)[1][3][4].
Practical steps to obtain and verify the number you want
– Specify exactly which Charizard you mean: set name, card number, print run (First Edition vs. Unlimited), holo vs non-holo, language, and any special subset (e.g., Celebrations #4, Crystal Guardians #4, Base Set 2 #4). Ambiguity will produce ambiguous population counts[3][4][1].
– Check BGS’s official resources: their website, census/population lookup (if public), and contact BGS support for an authoritative, date-stamped population count for the exact card and variant. BGS is the authoritative source for BGS-graded counts.
– Use aggregator sites like PriceCharting or marketplaces to cross-check market frequency and price trends for BGS-graded examples, but treat those as market indicators rather than definitive BGS census numbers[1][3][4].
– If you need historical snapshots (e.g., how many BGS-graded copies existed on a specific past date), request that information directly from BGS because public aggregator caches generally do not provide historically certified BGS counts.
Why an “extremely extensive” static number cannot be responsibly provided here
– Grading populations change continuously as new submissions are graded and minted; giving a single static number without a date-stamped authoritative BGS source would be misleading. The only fully authoritative, timestamped answer for “how many [card X] exist in BGS population” is what BGS itself will provide at the moment you request it. Third‑party sites can help contextualize rarity, pricing, and market availability but should not be treated as the official BGS census[1][3][4].
If you want, I can:
– Help identify the exact Charizard variant you mean (I can list likely candidates and the distinguishing features).
– Query publicly visible aggregator snapshots (PriceCharting pages) for the current market context on a specified Charizard #4 variant and quote their listed graded figures and price bands[1][3][4].
– Draft an email or support ticket you can send to BGS requesting a current, date-stamped population count for the exact card variant, with precise wording to avoid ambiguity.
Sources referenced in the preceding explanation: PriceCharting pages for Charizard #4 across multiple sets provide graded-population style tables and market pricing context for specific card variants[1][2][3][4].
