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

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

VenusaurCharizard
SetBase Set (1999)Base Set (1999)
RarityHolo RareHolo Rare
PSA 10 band$2,500-$6,000$3,000-$8,000
Raw band$400-$1,200$400-$1,200
Risk levelLowLow
Investment score4/55/5

Venusaur

The least valuable of the Base Set starters but the best PSA 10 ROI of the three. Entry-level vintage holo.

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Charizard

The accessible Base Set Charizard. PSA 10 pop is larger than 1st Edition but the brand recognition and nostalgia keep this card in the blue-chip tier. Best entry point for Base Charizard exposure under $1K raw.

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Detailed comparison coming soon.