Professor Oak's Research
Expedition Base Set · 149 · Uncommon
Current Prices
Number
149
Rarity
Uncommon
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
290
Last Updated
Mar 2, 2026
About Professor Oak's Research
Professor Oak's Research is an Uncommon card with moderate availability among collectors, numbered 149 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. Pricing for this card is based on the European CardMarket marketplace. At its current price point, this card is an affordable pickup for set completionists and casual collectors.
Professor Oak's Research Price Analysis
The current market price for Professor Oak's Research from Expedition Base Set is $0.58 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $0.25 to a high of $79.00. The card has seen a -28.4% change in the last 30 days. Price dips can represent buying opportunities for collectors who believe in long-term value. This card sees moderate trading activity, with 290 recorded sales providing reliable pricing data.
Grading Professor Oak's Research
Professional grading is available for Professor Oak's Research and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 10, CGC 7 5, CGC 8 5. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: MINT, NEAR MINT. At this price point, grading is generally not cost-effective as the grading fee may exceed the card's ungraded value. Consider grading only for sentimental or personal collection purposes.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $1.00 | $0.25 | $79.00 | 255 |
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $0.58 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | MINT | $26.95 | $12.00 | $26.95 | 8 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 10 | $29.99 | $29.99 | $29.99 | 8 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 7 5 | $17.90 | $17.90 | $17.90 | 5 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 8 5 | $45.00 | $45.00 | $45.00 | 5 |
Is Professor Oak's Research a Good Investment?
Uncommon cards like Professor Oak's Research typically hold steady value as part of complete set collections rather than as standalone investment pieces. The current downward trend may represent a correction or shifting collector interest. Historically, Pokemon cards from popular sets tend to recover over longer time horizons. 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.
