Charmeleon
Charmeleon is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Crystal Guardians (#29). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $23.45 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2006. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Charmeleon suits collectors working on Crystal Guardians who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $23.45 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Charmeleon from Crystal Guardians?
Charmeleon is a Pokémon card in Crystal Guardians numbered 29. It evolves from Charmander. National Pokédex #5. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Charmeleon worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $23.45 for Charmeleon. Low and high spread runs $67.00 to $350.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $23.45; Normal: $1.97. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Crystal Guardians |
|---|---|
| Number | 29 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $23.45 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.20 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $23.45 |
| Normal | $1.97 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire |
| Evolves from | Charmander |
| Rage | ColorlessColorless 10+ Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each damage counter on Charmeleon. |
| Flamethrower | FireFireColorless 60 Discard a Fire Energy attached to Charmeleon. |
| Weakness | Water ×2 |
How collectible is Charmeleon?
Charmeleon is listed as Uncommon in Crystal Guardians. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Charmeleon?
Catalog fields: set Crystal Guardians, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Charmeleon (#29) is a chase-tier Uncommon printing in Crystal Guardians. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Charmeleon is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Crystal Guardians, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $23.45 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $23.45; Normal: $1.97).
- Illustrator Kagemaru Himeno has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $23.45 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Charmeleon worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $23.45 for ungraded Charmeleon from Crystal Guardians. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Charmeleon from?
Charmeleon is listed in Crystal Guardians (EX) as card #29. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Charmeleon?
Our catalog lists Charmeleon as Uncommon in Crystal Guardians. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Charmeleon good for collectors or players?
Charmeleon includes gameplay stats in Crystal Guardians. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Should I grade Charmeleon?
Grading only makes sense when Charmeleon appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $23.45, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Charmeleon?
Finish variants of Charmeleon carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $23.45; Normal: $1.97 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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