2001 Lance's Charizard (ワタルのリザードン) TAG 9 Score: 934/1000 Highest MINT: 1st | Highest overall: 1st
Lance's Charizard (ワタルのリザードン) from the 2001 Pokémon Japanese VS 1st Edition set (#097/141).
This card depicts the Charizard belonging to Lance (Wataru), the Dragon Master and Elite Four member prominent in the Pokémon Red/Blue games, anime, and later titles like Gold/Silver/Crystal (where his Charizard is known for moves like Flamethrower). The VS series, released exclusively in Japan on July 19, 2001, featured trainer-owned Pokémon with artwork by Aya Kusube, emphasizing unique pairings from Gym Leader and Elite Four encounters in the Gold/Silver/Crystal games. As a non-holo card with 1st Edition stamping, it stands out in the vintage Japanese market due to the set's limited distribution through booster packs and Half Decks, lack of an English equivalent, and no Unlimited Edition reprint for most cards in the series. Collectors value it for its direct tie to Lance's iconic team, the appeal of Charizard variants, and its place among early 2000s Japanese exclusives that highlight trainer-Pokémon relationships.
Grading Details
TAG Grade: 9 MINT (pristine example with no defects)
TAG Score: 934/1000 — precise TAG evaluation
Protective TAG Sleeve: Included and applied to the slab
Full Transparency: Scan the QR code on the slab for the complete Digital Imaging & Grading (DIG) Report, including:
DINGS breakdown
High-res downloadable images
Leaderboard rank and population status
Notable Defects (Verified from DIG Report)
No DINGS reported (0 DINGS across all corners, edges, and surface on both front and back)
Strong, well-centered card with solid alignment: Front 57L/43R 45T/55B, Back 52L/48R 53T/47B
Pristine corners, edges, and surface showing top-tier condition scores (many 998–1000) and excellent overall preservation
Population & Rank (as of 2/1/2026) Total graded: 6 | MINT graded: 2 Highest MINT: 1st | Highest overall: 1st | Card rank: 5th Graded 11/5/2025 (2nd MINT graded | 5th overall card) A top-tier example!
Shipping & Handling
Free shipping via USPS Priority Mail with secure protection
Card ships in bubble pouch + extra padding inside a sturdy box
Handling within 2 business days, though shipped from an overseas FPO address (may add a few days). Thank you for your patience! :)
2001 Lance's Charizard (ワタルのリザードン) TAG 9 Score: 934/1000 Highest MINT: 1st | Highest overall: 1st
Lance's Charizard (ワタルのリザードン) from the 2001 Pokémon Japanese VS 1st Edition set (#097/141).
This card depicts the Charizard belonging to Lance (Wataru), the Dragon Master and Elite Four member prominent in the Pokémon Red/Blue games, anime, and later titles like Gold/Silver/Crystal (where his Charizard is known for moves like Flamethrower). The VS series, released exclusively in Japan on July 19, 2001, featured trainer-owned Pokémon with artwork by Aya Kusube, emphasizing unique pairings from Gym Leader and Elite Four encounters in the Gold/Silver/Crystal games. As a non-holo card with 1st Edition stamping, it stands out in the vintage Japanese market due to the set's limited distribution through booster packs and Half Decks, lack of an English equivalent, and no Unlimited Edition reprint for most cards in the series. Collectors value it for its direct tie to Lance's iconic team, the appeal of Charizard variants, and its place among early 2000s Japanese exclusives that highlight trainer-Pokémon relationships.
Grading Details
TAG Grade: 9 MINT (pristine example with no defects)
TAG Score: 934/1000 — precise TAG evaluation
Protective TAG Sleeve: Included and applied to the slab
Full Transparency: Scan the QR code on the slab for the complete Digital Imaging & Grading (DIG) Report, including:
DINGS breakdown
High-res downloadable images
Leaderboard rank and population status
Notable Defects (Verified from DIG Report)
No DINGS reported (0 DINGS across all corners, edges, and surface on both front and back)
Strong, well-centered card with solid alignment: Front 57L/43R 45T/55B, Back 52L/48R 53T/47B
Pristine corners, edges, and surface showing top-tier condition scores (many 998–1000) and excellent overall preservation
Population & Rank (as of 2/1/2026) Total graded: 6 | MINT graded: 2 Highest MINT: 1st | Highest overall: 1st | Card rank: 5th Graded 11/5/2025 (2nd MINT graded | 5th overall card) A top-tier example!
Shipping & Handling
Free shipping via USPS Priority Mail with secure protection
Card ships in bubble pouch + extra padding inside a sturdy box
Handling within 2 business days, though shipped from an overseas FPO address (may add a few days). Thank you for your patience! :)
