Where English Base Set has 1st Edition Japanese Base Set has No Rarity. Instead of the infamous 1st edition stamp below the left-hand corner of the artwork that is the telltale sign of English 1st Edition, the Japanese No Rarity version of the card is missing the black star on the bottom right corner of the card. Featuring the artwork of one of the most iconic trading cards of all time, the Japanese Base Set Charizard was released over 2 years before the English version. Showcasing a holographic pattern that many consider superior to its English counterpart the Japanese version of this Pokemon powerhouse boasts the incredible artistic design by venerated illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita. With English copies of this card having experienced unprecedented growth in the past year, the Japanese Base Set Charizard is continuing to hold its place as a cheaper but still coveted version of the card. Please note that this copy has been hand-signed by illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita. You're viewing one of over 6,000 items in our ninth Weekly Sunday Auction, spanning all sports and genres, closing on the evening of Sunday, March 20th. Extended bidding starts at 7pm PST. You must place a bid on an item to bid on that item during extended bidding.
