Many collectors know the overwhelming might and exclusivity commonly seen Charizard cards can bring to a collection. Collectors typically rank the artwork on rarer Charizard cards as the most majestic in the character’s card catalog, and many Pokémon collectors consider the illustration by Hironobu Yoshida on this 2002 Shining Charizard as one of the most beloved.
The simplistic line work on the canyon design sets it apart from other cards of the same era, and the embossed, shining texture on this Charizard causes this card to stand out from other 'Zards. Designed to mirror similar encounter odds as catching a shiny Pokémon within the video games, the average pull rate for one of the eight shiny Pokémon from Neo Destiny is about one in every 12-18 booster packs. But with collectors often going after a specific shining Pokémon, many fans have reported needing upwards of 300 packs before ending their chase.
Designed with a unique attention to detail, including shining holographic foil, this PSA 10 example from the golden years of the Pokémon Trading Card Game ranks high on wish lists.
The certification number on this card has been checked against the third-party grader's online database and is active as of 04/14/2026.
