Charizard vs Lugia: which is the better Pokémon TCG investment?

Comparing Charizard (Base Set, 1999) and Lugia (Neo Genesis, 2000) as Pokémon TCG investments. PSA 10 bands, risk, and upside compared.

CharizardLugia
SetBase Set (1999)Neo Genesis (2000)
RarityHolo RareHolo Rare
PSA 10 band$15,000-$40,000$30,000-$80,000
Raw band$3,000-$8,000$1,500-$5,000
Risk levelLowLow
Investment score5/55/5

Charizard

The most iconic Pokemon card ever printed. Permanent grail status; appreciation tied to broader collectibles market.

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Lugia

The second-most-iconic vintage card after Base Charizard. PSA 10 population is small (<200); centering issues make high grades rare.

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Detailed comparison coming soon.