CHARIZARD | 1997 POKEMON JAPANESE TOPSUN 6 | BLUE BACK | PSA EX-MT 6

PSA Graded Card - Certification #83302373 - Grade: EX-MT 6

This card features Charizard (リザードン) from the original Japanese Topsun Pokemon set, known for its early release prior to the official Pokemon Trading Card Game. The card displays Charizard in classic Ken Sugimori artwork, with a bold red patterned background filled with white silhouettes of various Pokemon. The border is cream colored and the main stats and description are printed entirely in Japanese. The 'Blue Back' refers to the card's reverse side, which is blue and distinguishes it from the less common 'Green Back' and 'Prism' variants from the same set. The card is slabbed and graded a PSA 6 (EX-MT) and shows expected light edge and surface wear consistent with an EX-MT card. There's no autograph or printing signature. Historical context: These Topsun cards predate the official TCG and are immensely popular among collectors for their rarity and place in early Pokemon card history. Notable identifiers: 1995 copyright date, Japanese text, and unique Topsun red and white pattern distinguish it from later Pokemon issues.

Card Details:

Subject: CHARIZARD

Card Name: 1997 POKEMON JAPANESE TOPSUN

Card Number: 6

Variety: BLUE BACK