Charizard - 20th Anniversary CP6 (Holo) [011/087 R]

Name: Charizard - 20th Anniversary CP6 (Holo) [011/087 R]
Brand: The Collector
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Japanese Pokémon card Charizard from the 20th Anniversary CP6 set in a protective top loader holder. - view 1

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Estimated value

$250 - $450

Rarity

Scarce(6/10)

COLLECTOR'S BREAKDOWN: CHARIZARD - 20TH ANNIVERSARY CP6 (HOLO) [011/087 R]

A Japanese Holofoil Charizard from the 20th Anniversary Expansion Pack (CP6). This card features the iconic Mitsuhiro Arita artwork originally seen in the 1996 Base Set, but updated with modern numbering, copyright dates, and the 'CP6' expansion logo. The layout is a nostalgic tribute to the 'Old Back' era while utilizing the modern Japanese card back design and updated HP/attack values for the 2016 meta.

CULTURAL CARD LORE

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese MythologyEdo Period to Modern

Charizard's design pulls from Western dragon tropes interpreted through a Japanese 'daikaiju' lens, similar to the fire-breathing tradition in mythical beast depictions.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•The 'nostalgia cycle' in Japanese collecting, where 20th-anniversary products bridge the gap between early adopters and new generations.

Meaning Through Time

1990s

The ultimate playground status symbol and game-ender.

2010s-Present

A high-end alternative asset and cornerstone of the 20th-anniversary legacy.

CARD HISTORY & PRINT RUNS

Released in September 2016, the CP6 expansion (known as 'Evolutions' in English) was created to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Pokémon. It painstakingly recreated the aesthetics of the original Base Set cards while adjusting mechanics to remain playable in the contemporary XY era. This specific ...

COLLECTOR INTEL

While the artwork is identical to the 1996 original, this version has a significantly higher HP of 150 compared to the original 120.

Japanese CP6 cards use a unique 'starlight' holofoil pattern that is distinct from the 'cosmos' or 'pixel' foils used in other regions.

HOW SCARCE IS IT?

Scarce80-90%

CommonLegendary

Genuinely harder to find. Perhaps only dozens come to market annually. Collectors actively watch for these pieces.

Typical Characteristics

Dozens per year at market
Documented provenance valued
Active collector pursuit

Confidence Factors

Correct expansion logo placement (CP6)
Correct Japanese font kerning and energy symbols
Authentic modern Japanese card back present

How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

Highly clear photos of both front and back allow for a definitive identification and a high-confidence condition assessment.

KEY EVIDENCE

1Set code 011/087 R and CP6 logo are correctly printed.
2Holofoil bleed is absent, indicating high-quality control typical of Japanese prints.
3Font weight in 'エナジーバーン' (Energy Burn) matches authentic 2016 templates.
4Rear blue/purple color saturation is correct for the XY era.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

→Verify holofoil pattern under a jeweler's loupe for 4-pointed stars.
→Check for any micro-scratching on the holo surface with angled light.
→Consider professional grading (PSA/BGS) as the Japanese CP6 Charizard has a high premium in a Grade 10.

CONDITION & GRADE

PSA 9-10

Grading breakdown

Visually Gem Mint potential; centering is within tolerance for a top grade. Surface appears free of scratches or print lines in the provided lighting.

Condition

The card appears extremely well-preserved. Centering is strong on the front (approx 55/45) and back. There is no visible whitening on the rear corners, supporting the user's 'Mint' claim.

Surface

Glossy modern Japanese stock with a crisp starlight holofoil pattern in the art box; edges appear sharp with no visible silvering.

Weight & feel

Standard 300gsm cardstock feel, consistent with authentic Pokémon Center manufacturing.

TRADING CARD MARKET VALUE

$250 - $450

Updated: Apr 11, 2026

Who buys this

High-end Pokemon collectors specifically targeting Japanese variants and 20th-anniversary completionists.

What increases value

•The 'Charizard' name carry, the 'Mint' condition, and the cross-generational appeal of the Base Set artwork recreation.

What lowers value

•Market fluctuations in 'modern' expansion sets; potential for print lines hidden by top-down lighting.

What makes top-tier examples

•Perfect centering (50/50), lack of print lines in the holofoil, and 'Black Label' potential corners.

Grade & condition

Centering, surface scratches (especially on holo), and corner sharpness.

Rarity & demand

ScarceHigh demandSells quickly

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YOUR INPUT VS. SCANNER FINDINGS

How your provided context compares with Curiosa.com scanner findings.

What Aligned

User claimed Mint condition - visual evidence shows sharp corners and no whitening on the rear edges.
User claimed Authentic - card features correct 2016 copyright dates and CP6 set indicators.