Worker (Japanese)
S12: Paradigm Trigger · 119/098 · Hyper Rare
Current Prices
Number
119/098
Rarity
Hyper Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Worker (Japanese) Worth?
Worker (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a secret rare — one of the hardest pulls in S12: Paradigm Trigger, card number 119/098. 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, 119/098) is worth around $4.06 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $4.06, while a Lightly Played one drops to roughly $3.49. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $34.99 — about 8.6x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $26.99.
Is It Worth Grading Worker (Japanese)?
Grading Worker (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($4.06) and a PSA 10 ($34.99) is about $30.93 — a 8.6x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $26.99, CGC 10 $17.50. 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 | 8 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $17.50 | $17.50 | $17.50 | 10 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $34.99 | $34.99 | $34.99 | 13 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $26.99 | $26.99 | $26.99 | 2 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $3.49 | $3.49 | $3.49 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $4.06 | $4.58 | $4.58 | 33 |
Is Worker (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Secret rares like Worker (Japanese) are naturally scarce, which underpins long-term value. 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.
