Oct
A Vintage Gem That Started It All
The Pokémon TCG world is buzzing again. A 1995 Topsun Charizard [No Number] recently sold for an incredible $11,000 in BGS 9.5 GEM MINT condition.
With only four cards graded this high, this vintage Charizard has become one of the most talked-about sales in the hobby.
🕹️ The Origins of Topsun Pokémon Cards
Before the Pokémon TCG hit the global stage in 1999, Japan released the Topsun Pokémon cards 1995, although they have the number 95, they were not actually released then, but rather in 1998. These cards came as bonus inserts inside packs of chewing gum and were among the first to feature Pokémon characters.
The Topsun line included several variations — no number, blue back, and green back versions. Of these, the no-number blue back Charizard stands out as the rarest and most valuable. It’s widely recognized as one of Charizard’s earliest appearances in any collectible format.
💎 Why This Charizard Matters
The Charizard [No Number] Blue Back Topsun is a true piece of Pokémon history. It represents the first printed version of the fan-favorite Fire-type Pokémon.
With only a BGS population of four and an average raw price of about $1,160, this sale represents an impressive 845% value increase. Collectors see this card as both a nostalgic treasure and a smart investment.
📈 Vintage Pokémon, Modern Value
Nostalgia continues to drive the Pokémon market. Early sets like Topsun connect collectors to the origins of the franchise. As record-breaking sales continue, cards like this prove that vintage Pokémon still deliver incredible long-term value.
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For a full history of Topsun cards, check out Card Gamer’s feature on the History of Topsun Pokémon Cards.
