Dark Patch (Japanese)
S10a: Dark Phantasma · 098/071 · Ultra Rare
Current Prices
Number
098/071
Rarity
Ultra Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Dark Patch (Japanese) Worth?
Dark Patch (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is an ultra-rare chase card from S10a: Dark Phantasma, card number 098/071. On PokeCardWorth we focus on one question — what is it actually worth — and at its current valuation, it sits in the budget range, so it is an accessible addition for most collectors.
Dark Patch (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Dark Patch (Japanese) (S10a: Dark Phantasma, 098/071) is worth around $7.15 in Near Mint condition. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $20.50 — about 2.9x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $16.99.
Is It Worth Grading Dark Patch (Japanese)?
Grading Dark Patch (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($7.15) and a PSA 10 ($20.50) is about $13.35 — a 2.9x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $16.99, CGC 10 $27.99. Only grade a budget card like this if it is flawless and you plan to hold long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $6.99 | $6.99 | $6.99 | 11 |
| ebay | ACE 10 | $16.43 | $16.43 | $16.43 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $27.99 | $27.99 | $27.99 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $20.50 | $20.50 | $20.50 | 10 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $16.99 | $16.99 | $16.99 | 2 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $7.15 | $7.15 | $7.15 | 11 |
Is Dark Patch (Japanese) a Good Buy?
As an ultra-rare, Dark Patch (Japanese) is exactly the kind of card that appreciates when a set stays popular. Upside is modest; the main reason to hold is enjoyment and set-building. Whatever you decide, recheck Dark Patch (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
