CGC 10 Pristine Charizard V 103/100 Star Birth Super Rare Holo Japanese
CGC 10 Pristine Charizard V 103/100 Star Birth Super Rare Holo Japanese
Price: $500.00
Charizard V #103/100 from Star Birth, secret rare, sitting pretty in a CGC 10 slab. This one’s the Japanese super holo version, all pristine and ready for display.
That artwork? Charizard roaring mid-flight against a stormy sky, wings spread wide like it’s about to unleash hell. The colors pop with that fiery orange and deep blues, giving it a dramatic vibe that just draws you in.
On the card text side, it’s a Fire type with 220 HP. Ability is none, but attacks pack heat: Incinerate for 90 damage, which discards an Energy from your opponent’s Active Pokémon before damage, and Heat Blast for a solid 180. Simple, effective for those aggressive decks. Weak to Water, resists nothing, retreat cost of three—classic Charizard bulk.
Star Birth dropped in early 2022 as part of the Sword & Shield era, kicking off the VSTAR mechanic in Japan. This printing stands out because it’s the alternate art secret rare, with that super holo foil that’s more subdued than English rainbows but shines under light in a way that feels premium. It’s from the set that mirrored Brilliant Stars internationally, bringing in heavy hitters like Arceus VSTAR, but this Charizard V alt art became a quick favorite for its bold illustration and playability in expanded formats.
Slab-wise, CGC 10 means perfection across the board—centering spot-on at likely 10/10, edges razor sharp, corners without a ding, and surface flawless with no print lines or hazing. Eye appeal is through the roof; that holo pattern catches every angle without overwhelming the art. Pop reports are tough for CGC on Japanese cards, but from what I’ve seen, perfect 10s on this one hover around low double digits, making it a rare bird compared to PSA floods.
I’d stash this in a lit case, letting that artwork stare down anyone who walks by—feels like Charizard’s judging your collection.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Charizard V (#103/100)
– Set: Star Birth
– Rarity: Secret Rare
– Condition: CGC 10
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