PSA 9 1996 P.M. Japanese Basic Charmander #004 — PSA Mint 9

Grading & condition: This is a PSA Mint 9 (PSA certification #99104184) graded example of the 1996 Pokémon Japanese Basic Charmander (No. 004). The card is encased in the original PSA slab and presents as near-perfect with only the tiniest centering and/or imperceptible edge/printing variances consistent with a PSA 9 submission.

Notable features & edition details: This is the original 1996 P.M. Japanese Basic print of Charmander (ヒトカゲ), card number 004. The card is non-foil (classic non-holo printing) with artwork credited to Mitsuhiro Arita (illustrator printed at the bottom). The front and back photos show a clean surface, sharp corners, and vibrant original colors for a first-era Japanese print.

Collectible value & context: This card is part of the earliest Japanese Pokémon TCG releases and is sought after by collectors of first-era Pokémon material and nostalgic vintage sets. A PSA 9 from the 1996 Japanese Basic line carries strong collector interest because high grades for these early prints are less common than for modern reprints. This example is suitable for display or as a quality vintage addition to a graded collection.

Additional observations: The PSA label and slab are intact with the printed certification number clearly visible for authentication. No foil stamp or reverse holo pattern is present — this is the standard non-holo Japanese Basic Charmander. Card artwork, text and numbering (No. 004) are intact and legible as shown in the photos.