Lance (Japanese)
S12: Paradigm Trigger · 114/098 · Super Rare
Current Prices
Number
114/098
Rarity
Super Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Lance (Japanese) Worth?
Lance (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a Rare card in the S12: Paradigm Trigger set, card number 114/098. 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.
Lance (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Lance (Japanese) (S12: Paradigm Trigger, 114/098) is worth around $4.89 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $4.89, while a Lightly Played one drops to roughly $2.10. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $44.00 — about 9.0x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $19.99.
Is It Worth Grading Lance (Japanese)?
Grading Lance (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($4.89) and a PSA 10 ($44.00) is about $39.11 — a 9.0x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $19.99, CGC 10 $25.00, CGC 9.5 $7.50. 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 | $5.69 | $5.69 | $5.69 | 13 |
| ebay | BGS 10 | $26.00 | $26.00 | $26.00 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $7.50 | $7.50 | $7.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $44.00 | $44.00 | $44.00 | 30 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $16.00 | $16.00 | $16.00 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $19.99 | $19.99 | $19.99 | 3 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $2.10 | $2.10 | $2.10 | 2 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $4.89 | $4.89 | $4.89 | 70 |
Is Lance (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Lance (Japanese) is a Rare that collectors actively chase for set completion. Upside is modest; the main reason to hold is enjoyment and set-building. Whatever you decide, recheck Lance (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
