Imposter Professor Oak
Base Set 2 · 102/130 · Rare
Current Prices
Set
Base Set 2Number
102/130
Rarity
Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
597
Last Updated
Mar 3, 2026
About Imposter Professor Oak
Imposter Professor Oak is a Rare card that stands out in the Base Set 2 set, numbered 102/130 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Imposter Professor Oak Price Analysis
The current market price for Imposter Professor Oak from Base Set 2 is $2.37 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $1.50 to a high of $2.42. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $24.50 — approximately 10.3x the ungraded market price. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $13.75. The price has remained relatively stable over the last 30 days with a +1.3% change. With a high volume of recorded sales (597+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Imposter Professor Oak
Professional grading is available for Imposter Professor Oak and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 9, CGC 9 5, PSA 10, PSA 2, PSA 3, PSA 7, PSA 8, PSA 9. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: LIGHTLY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, DAMAGED, HEAVILY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED. For cards in this price range, grading makes sense primarily if the card is in near-mint condition and you plan to hold it long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $3.75 | $2.43 | $2.43 | 9 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $10.01 | $10.01 | $10.01 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $15.00 | $15.00 | $15.00 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $0.58 | $0.60 | $0.60 | 29 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $2.37 | $1.50 | $2.42 | 210 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $0.77 | $0.69 | $0.69 | 33 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $1.58 | $0.99 | $2.59 | 180 |
| ebay | PSA 3 | $1.24 | $13.43 | $13.43 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $11.50 | $10.50 | $10.50 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $13.75 | $33.00 | $33.00 | 5 |
| ebay | PSA 2 | $29.99 | $29.99 | $29.99 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $29.99 | $29.99 | $29.99 | 1 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $2.75 | $2.15 | $2.15 | 5 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $24.50 | $41.00 | $41.00 | 11 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $1.04 | $1.00 | $1.04 | 107 |
Is Imposter Professor Oak a Good Investment?
Imposter Professor Oak carries the Rare designation, placing it in the category of cards that collectors actively seek for set completion and moderate investment. Price stability indicates consistent demand without speculative spikes — often a healthy sign for a collectible. High trading volume makes this card relatively liquid, meaning it can be bought or sold quickly at market price. As with any collectible, values can fluctuate based on market conditions, format legality, nostalgia cycles, and overall demand in the Pokemon TCG market in 2026.
