Lugia V (Japanese)
S12: Paradigm Trigger · 109/098 · Super Rare
Current Prices
Number
109/098
Rarity
Super Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Lugia V (Japanese) Worth?
Lugia V (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a Rare card in the S12: Paradigm Trigger set, card number 109/098. 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.
Lugia V (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Lugia V (Japanese) (S12: Paradigm Trigger, 109/098) is worth around $10.43 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $10.43, while a Lightly Played one drops to roughly $11.99. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $39.00 — about 3.7x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $20.00.
Is It Worth Grading Lugia V (Japanese)?
Grading Lugia V (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($10.43) and a PSA 10 ($39.00) is about $28.57 — a 3.7x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $20.00, CGC 10 $30.00, CGC 9.5 $24.99. 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 | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $14.79 | $14.79 | $14.79 | 2 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $13.48 | $13.48 | $13.48 | 14 |
| ebay | BGS 10 | $71.00 | $71.00 | $71.00 | 1 |
| ebay | BGS 9 | $69.99 | $69.99 | $69.99 | 1 |
| ebay | BGS 9 5 | $15.24 | $15.24 | $15.24 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | 20 |
| ebay | CGC 8 | $8.50 | $8.50 | $8.50 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $24.99 | $24.99 | $24.99 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $39.00 | $39.00 | $39.00 | 32 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $5.50 | $5.50 | $5.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $11.50 | $11.50 | $11.50 | 5 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | 12 |
| ebay | TAG 10 | $75.00 | $75.00 | $75.00 | 3 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $11.99 | $11.99 | $11.99 | 2 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $10.43 | $10.43 | $10.43 | 31 |
Is Lugia V (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Lugia V (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 Lugia V (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
