Not a football player (Charizard from Pokémon)
Not applicable - Pokémon trading card · Not applicable - Pokémon franchise
Pokémon TCG: XY / Sun & Moon era (specifically Burning Shadows style layout, though actually a non-sport gaming card) #3/70 (approximate, non-football)
Year & Era
2016 — Sun & Moon Era
Card Type
Trading Card Game - Holofoil / Rare
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Lightly Played
Rarity
Common to Uncommon non-sport rare insert
Overall Assessment
An iconic Pokémon TCG card captured in error for a football card evaluation, featuring decent raw condition and moderate collector appeal
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Lightly Played
Centering Assessment
Slightly heavy on the right border on the front, acceptable TCG tolerances
Surface Condition
Clean surface with minor light scuffing typical of raw TCG cards
Corner Condition
Four corners appear relatively sharp with very minor softening at the bottom right
Edge Condition
Clean edges with minimal chipping along the yellow borders
Print Quality
Standard TCG factory print quality with typical gloss finish
Estimated Value
5 to 15 USD raw depending on exact set variant
Comparison to Known Examples
Average condition copy typical of cards pulled from packs and stored loosely
Authentication Tips
Check for correct card stock, font consistency, and back Pokémon logo coloration
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless part of a high-end set due to grading fees exceeding card value
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed, though note this is a Pokémon card, not a football card
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in Pokémon TCG booster packs or theme decks
Historical Context
Charizard remains one of the most iconic characters in trading card game history
Market Trends
Stable collector demand for iconic characters like Charizard across trading card games
Investment Potential
Stable novelty holding, primarily valued by Pokémon TCG collectors rather than sports investors
Similar Cards
Other Charizard promotional and expansion cards from the mid-2010s
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top loader recommended for optimal TCG card protection
Interesting Facts
Charizard cards consistently command high secondary market attention despite game differences