2002 Pokémon Charmander PSA 10 - Expedition #97 (Gem Mint) 🔥
2002 Pokémon Charmander PSA 10 - Expedition #97 (Gem Mint) 🔥
This is the regular (non-holo) Charmander, card #97 of 165 from the 2002 Expedition Base Set, in English. It is a PSA 10 Gem Mint in the original PSA slab (cert 73858660).
Expedition was the first e-Card set, and it is the set that introduced the e-Reader-era card design with its distinct dotted border. This is a Basic Fire Pokémon with 50 HP and two attacks: Tail Rap, which flips two coins for 10 damage per heads, and Flare for 20. It is one of the starters from the set's first-generation lineup, which keeps demand steady from collectors who want the Kanto starters in top condition.
The e-Card layout means the dotted border and corner clarity are where condition shows, and the photos show how this copy reads in the slab. The grade confirms condition; the photos show how it presents.
Pop report
| PSA 10 | 208 |
|---|---|
| PSA 9 | 232 |
| PSA 8 | 92 |
| PSA 7 | 41 |
| Total PSA 7 and up | 573 |
This copy is one of 208 PSA 10s, the top grade. The Reverse Foil version of this card is counted separately and is not included here.
PSA 7–10 counts from public PSA population data (via Pikawiz), checked against PSA cert pages. Last updated: October 17, 2026.
Charmander #97 Expedition FAQ
Is this the reverse foil Charmander?
No. This is the regular non-holo printing, and the PSA label does not carry a Reverse Foil designation. The Reverse Foil version has its own, smaller population and trades separately, so confirm the variant before you compare against any sold comp.
How should I read the PSA 10 pop on this card?
208 PSA 10s is about 36% of the 573 graded PSA 7 and up, and 232 PSA 9s make up roughly 40%. That is a deep top end for a starter, so the 10 is the benchmark grade here rather than a rarity. Pull recent sold comps for both grades before deciding what the spread is worth to you.
What decides a PSA 10 on an e-Card?
Border and corner clarity first, then centering and surface. The e-Card border pattern makes edge wear and print inconsistencies easier to spot, so the borders in the photos are worth a close look.
Are the pop numbers exactly PSA’s?
They come from public PSA population data and are dated on this page. Counts move as new cards are graded, so check psacard.com/pop for current figures before relying on them for a purchase decision.
How do I verify this slab?
Enter cert number 73858660 at psacard.com/cert and match the card name, set, number and grade to the label and photos. Then inspect the case for cracks, scuffs or any sign of tampering.