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Charizard [Gold Star 1st Edition] #52 (Pokemon Japanese Offense and Defense of the Furthest Ends)
Charizard [Gold Star 1st Edition] #52 from Pokemon Japanese Offense and Defense of the Furthest Ends is worth about $2,375.50 raw (Near Mint) and $34,923 in PSA 10 as of Aug 24, 2026. Trade-in offers typically run $1,425–$2,019 raw.
Raw Trade-In Value by Condition
| Condition | Market | Cash Offer Range |
|---|---|---|
| Near Mint | $2,375.50 | $1,425 – $2,019 |
| Lightly Played | $1,900.40 | $1,140 – $1,615 |
| Moderately Played | $1,425.30 | $855 – $1,212 |
| Heavily Played | $950.20 | $570 – $808 |
| Damaged | $593.88 | $356 – $505 |
Your card’s condition directly affects its trade-in value. Most cards from binders are Lightly Played or better. Estimates based on standard condition discounts.
Graded Prices
| Grade | Price | Cash Offer Range |
|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | $34,923 | $20,954 – $29,685 |
| PSA 9.5 | $16,829 | $10,097 – $14,305 |
| PSA 9 | $15,300 | $9,180 – $13,005 |
| PSA 8 | $6,528 | $3,917 – $5,549 |
| PSA 7 | $3,276 | $1,966 – $2,785 |
| BGS 10 | $45,400 | $27,240 – $38,590 |
| CGC 10 | $20,954 | $12,572 – $17,811 |
| SGC 10 | $20,954 | $12,572 – $17,811 |
Prices from PriceCharting & JustTCG · Updated Aug 24, 2026
How to Sell: Compare Your Options
| Route | Gross | Fees | Shipping | You Keep | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sell to a Local Buyer | $1,425–$2,019 | $0 | $0 | $1,425–$2,019 | Same day |
| Sell on eBay | $2,375.50 | −$314.75 | −$0.00 | $2,060.75 | 2–4 wks |
| Sell on TCGplayer | $2,256.72 | −$245.76 | −$0.00 | $2,010.96 | 2–3 wks |
Local buyers found on Trade Into Cash typically pay 60–85% of market value with no fees. eBay: 13.25% final value fee. TCGplayer: 10.89% seller fee. Shipping estimated for standard tracked.
Should You Grade This Card?
Grading costs ~$25 + ~$18 shipping. Japanese cards typically gem at higher rates due to tighter QC.
| Grade | Odds | Card Value | You Keep (Net) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | 45% | $34,923 | $30,253 |
| PSA 9 | 30% | $15,300 | $13,229 |
| PSA 8 | 15% | $6,528 | $5,620 |
| Below 8 | 10% | $2,376 | $2,018 |
"You Keep" = card value minus grading ($25), shipping (~$18), and eBay fees (13.25%) if you sell the graded card online. Compared against selling raw to a local buyer at ~72.5% of market (midpoint of 60–85%).
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About Charizard [Gold Star 1st Edition] #52
The Charizard [Gold Star 1st Edition] #52 from Pokemon Japanese Offense and Defense of the Furthest Ends is a Pokemon trading card. Raw copies in Near Mint condition currently trade around $2,375.50. Professionally graded copies see significant increases — a PSA 10 commands $34,923. Local buyers on Trade Into Cash offer same-day cash at 60–85% of market value.