Professor Elm's Lecture (Japanese)
SM12: Alter Genesis · 095/095 · Trainer Rare
Current Prices
Number
095/095
Rarity
Trainer Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Professor Elm's Lecture (Japanese) Worth?
Professor Elm's Lecture (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a Rare card in the SM12: Alter Genesis set, card number 095/095. 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.
Professor Elm's Lecture (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Professor Elm's Lecture (Japanese) (SM12: Alter Genesis, 095/095) is worth around $5.37 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $5.37, while a Lightly Played one drops to roughly $3.99. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $47.00 — about 8.8x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $13.68.
Is It Worth Grading Professor Elm's Lecture (Japanese)?
Grading Professor Elm's Lecture (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($5.37) and a PSA 10 ($47.00) is about $41.63 — a 8.8x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $13.68. 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 | $3.99 | $3.99 | $3.99 | 5 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $4.50 | $4.50 | $4.50 | 4 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $47.00 | $47.00 | $47.00 | 4 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $13.68 | $13.68 | $13.68 | 2 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $5.37 | $5.37 | $5.37 | 9 |
Is Professor Elm's Lecture (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Professor Elm's Lecture (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 Professor Elm's Lecture (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
