Professor's Research
Scarlet ex · 099 · Ultra Rare
Current Prices
Set
Scarlet exNumber
099
Rarity
Ultra Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
185
Last Updated
Mar 20, 2026
About Professor's Research
Professor's Research is an ultra-rare chase card and one of the most desirable pulls from Scarlet ex, numbered 099 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. Pricing for this card is based on the European CardMarket marketplace. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Professor's Research Price Analysis
The current market price for Professor's Research from Scarlet ex is $5.52 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $4.00 to a high of $39.99. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $43.00 — approximately 7.8x the ungraded market price. Over the past 30 days, Professor's Research has increased in value by +7.2%, indicating growing demand among collectors. This card sees moderate trading activity, with 185 recorded sales providing reliable pricing data.
Grading Professor's Research
Professional grading is available for Professor's Research and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: PSA 10. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: MINT, NEAR MINT. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $5.52 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $5.58 | $4.00 | $39.99 | 155 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 10 | $43.00 | $37.00 | $49.00 | 11 |
| cardmarket unsold | MINT | $4.99 | $4.99 | $6.00 | 7 |
Is Professor's Research a Good Investment?
As an ultra-rare card, Professor's Research is in the category most targeted by both collectors and investors. Cards at this rarity tier have historically shown strong long-term appreciation. The upward price trend suggests increasing demand. However, short-term price movements do not always indicate long-term direction. 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.
