Worker (Japanese)
S12: Paradigm Trigger · 111/098 · Super Rare
Current Prices
Number
111/098
Rarity
Super Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Worker (Japanese) Worth?
Worker (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a Rare card in the S12: Paradigm Trigger set, card number 111/098. 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.
Worker (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Worker (Japanese) (S12: Paradigm Trigger, 111/098) is worth around $3.88 in Near Mint condition. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $25.00 — about 6.4x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $24.99.
Is It Worth Grading Worker (Japanese)?
Grading Worker (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($3.88) and a PSA 10 ($25.00) is about $21.12 — a 6.4x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $24.99, CGC 10 $14.65, PSA 8 $5.50. 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 | $5.00 | $5.00 | $5.00 | 17 |
| ebay | BGS 10 | $139.63 | $139.63 | $139.63 | 2 |
| ebay | BGS 9 | $15.52 | $15.52 | $15.52 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $14.65 | $14.65 | $14.65 | 5 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $15.50 | $15.50 | $15.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | 29 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $5.50 | $5.50 | $5.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $24.99 | $24.99 | $24.99 | 21 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $3.88 | $3.88 | $3.88 | 49 |
Is Worker (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Worker (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 Worker (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
