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Charizard ex 199/165 — Pokemon 151 #199
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Why this card matters
This is one of the most sought-after cards in the Pokemon 151 set. As a Special Illustration Rare (SIR) — numbered beyond the set total of 165 — it features stunning full-art illustration artwork. Charizard is perennially the most iconic and collectible Pokemon, making any high-rarity Charizard card a cornerstone chase card. The 199/165 numbering identifies it as a Special Illustration Rare, the highest non-Secret tier in this set.
Parallels & Print Runs
Special Illustration Rare (SIR)
Pack-pulled ultra rare; no fixed print run disclosed
Full-art immersive illustration style; this IS the 199/165 card
Charizard ex Base Rare
Standard rare
Standard holo version within the set at a lower card number
Charizard ex Double Rare
Double Rare (RR)
Two-star rarity version, also highly sought after
Notable Variants
- ◆ 199/165 Special Illustration Rare (SIR) — the subject card
- ◆ Charizard ex Double Rare (RR) — lower numbered alternate version
- ◆ Japanese Pokemon Card 151 Charizard ex SAR — Japanese equivalent, often commands premium
- ◆ Prerelease or promo variants
Population Context
The Charizard ex SIR 199/165 is one of the most frequently submitted Pokemon 151 cards to PSA and BGS. Despite high submission volume, PSA 10 population is competitive and prices remain strong. Centering issues are widespread across Pokemon 151 print runs, meaning PSA 9s are common and PSA 10s command a significant premium. BGS Black Labels are exceptionally rare on this card. As of late 2023 and into 2024, graded population has grown substantially due to collector demand.
Collector Notes
Pokemon 151 is widely noted for centering problems — this is the single biggest grading concern for the 199/165 Charizard ex SIR. Collectors should carefully inspect left-to-right and top-to-bottom centering before submitting for grading. Surface scratches on the foil and holo elements are also common straight from packs. Look for clean edges and corners, as print defects on the card border have been reported. The Japanese version of this card (Pokemon Card 151 SAR) is considered by many collectors to be the premium version due to superior print quality. This card is a modern icon and remains one of the top-selling Pokemon singles from the Scarlet & Violet era.
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