Professor Birch's Observations #159
Professor Birch's Observations #159 sits in the XY series and carries a live market value of $19.40, backed by real TCGplayer and Cardmarket data.
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By CardLedger Research · Market data updated · Prices from TCGplayer & Cardmarket
Net estimates use each marketplace's default seller tier and typical shipping — fees vary by category, account status and payment method, so confirm current rates before selling.
There isn't enough recent sold history to call direction on Professor Birch's Observations #159. Sell on your own schedule.
Professor Birch's Observations at a glance
- Cardmarket does not list a price.
- Rarity tier — Ultra Rare.
- Live market value $19.40 for the Holofoil print.
- No published price history.
- Set: Primal Clash (XY, 2015).
Professor Birch's Observations price by printing
Live TCGplayer and Cardmarket values for Professor Birch's Observations #159.
TCGplayer prices, updated 2026/10/26.
- Low
- $69.35
- Mid
- $89.99
- High
- —
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Is this Professor Birch's Observations a good deal?
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About Professor Birch's Observations #159
Printed as #159 in Primal Clash, Professor Birch's Observations belongs to the XY series and dates to 2015. As a Trainer card (Supporter), it is a staple for deck builders and set collectors alike.
The card is illustrated by Hitoshi Ariga and currently trades at $19.40 for the Holofoil printing, with a low-to-high range of $69.35 to —.
Card facts
- Set
- Primal Clash
- Series
- XY
- Number
- #159 / 160
- Rarity
- Ultra Rare
- Illustrator
- Hitoshi Ariga
- Subtype
- Supporter
- Released
- 2015/02/04
Professor Birch's Observations attacks, abilities & battle stats
Printed card text and battle statistics for Professor Birch's Observations #159 — the playability layer behind the price.
Battle stats
- Retreat cost
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- Attacks
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Professor Birch's Observations price analysis
What drives the current market value of Professor Birch's Observations #159.
By print variant, TCGplayer lists Holofoil ($19.40) — 1 version in total.
$19.40 gives Professor Birch's Observations real margin potential, so buy near the low end and sell toward the mid.
At $19.40 there is enough headroom for both flipping and collecting; compare the low and high ends before committing.
Cardmarket does not list Professor Birch's Observations, so TCGplayer and eBay are the reference markets.
Professor Birch's Observations price history & movement
Cardmarket does not publish recent price history for this card, so use sold listings on eBay and TCGplayer to gauge short-term movement.
Professor Birch's Observations has been tracked here for 4 days, ranging from $18.72 to $19.40; the latest value sits at 100% of that recorded range — at the high end of the band.
Day to day the price swings by roughly 1.7% (standard deviation); the deepest recorded drawdown is 0%.
Cardmarket averages
Price fingerprint
Built from CardLedger's own daily snapshots · 4 days tracked · latest
Real recorded values from our daily TCGplayer snapshots — not estimates or back-filled history. Methodology
How much would you net selling Professor Birch's Observations?
Model the real take-home on a [object Object] sale across eBay, TCGplayer, Cardmarket and direct — fees and shipping included.
On a $19.40 sale, the take-home differs by platform: about $16.53 via eBay's default tier, $16.63 on TCGplayer, $18.08 on Cardmarket, $16.99 on Whatnot and $19.40 selling directly — a $2.87 spread after fees and typical shipping.
High-fee marketplaces reach the biggest buyer pool, while direct and low-commission routes keep more margin but move slower — adjust the widget below for your own shipping and price.
Your sale
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Modelled on each marketplace's default seller tier with your shipping input. Net payout = sale price − selling fees − outbound shipping. Fee figures are estimates (last reviewed October 15, 2026) and vary by category, account status and payment method — confirm current rates with the marketplace. Open the full seller fee calculator to model account tiers and buyer-paid shipping.
Should you grade Professor Birch's Observations?
Model the break-even and PSA 9 vs PSA 10 profit on grading Professor Birch's Observations #159 against today's raw market value.
Grading plan
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Both-way postage plus declared-value insurance.
Estimated graded values below are a transparent starting point based on the raw price band — edit them with real graded comps before deciding.
At $19.40 raw and $40.00 all-in grading cost, a PSA 10 nets — versus selling raw, a PSA 9 nets —. You need a graded sale of $65.38 to break even on grading.
At your stated grade odds the expected profit is — (-30.8% return on cost basis).
Grading costs, turnaround and grade outcomes vary by service and card. The estimated PSA 9 and PSA 10 values are heuristics, not predictions — always sanity-check against recent graded sold listings before committing. This is a modelling tool, not financial advice.
Professor Birch's Observations within Primal Clash
Professor Birch's Observations ranks #25 of 44 tracked Primal Clash cards by market value, against a set median of $22.18.
That is 13% below the middle of the set — a top-45% position.
The set's top card is Primal Kyogre EX (#149), valued at $363.35.
What makes Professor Birch's Observations valuable
- Professor Birch's Observations is a Trainer, so its value leans on deck utility and set builders.
- Modern (2015) sets are heavily collected, making Professor Birch's Observations's value sensitive to reprints and condition.
- The Hitoshi Ariga artwork gives Professor Birch's Observations appeal beyond pure playability.
- Its steady supply status keeps entry costs low, which supports steady turnover.
- As a Ultra Rare, Professor Birch's Observations sits in an upper rarity tier where demand outstrips the available copies.
Buying & selling Professor Birch's Observations
- Bulk lots of Professor Birch's Observations can hide condition issues; inspect edges and holo surfaces before paying near the — high.
- Because it is a Trainer card, Professor Birch's Observations has both collector and player demand — a broader buyer pool than purely collectible cards.
- If you are buying to resell, model marketplace fees first — the $19.40 value is pre-fee, and the seller-fee calculator shows the net take-home per platform.
- Track the Cardmarket 7- and 30-day averages (when available) to time entries and exits.
- For Professor Birch's Observations, confirm the exact print variant before buying: Holofoil prices differ, and listings often mix them.
Professor Birch's Observations value questions
How much is Professor Birch's Observations worth?
Live pricing puts the Holofoil print at $19.40 (low $69.35, high —); the Cardmarket trend is —.
Is Professor Birch's Observations a good investment?
The card is steady on recent averages. Ultra Rare rarity and the modern-era XY set pedigree are the main long-term value anchors.
Is Professor Birch's Observations rare?
Professor Birch's Observations is a Ultra Rare card from Primal Clash (XY series, 2015). That is an upper rarity tier, so demand concentrates on relatively few copies.
Which versions of Professor Birch's Observations are there?
TCGplayer tracks 1 printing: Holofoil ($19.40). Prices differ between variants, so always confirm which one you own or are buying.
Which marketplace sells Professor Birch's Observations?
The main marketplaces are TCGplayer (USD), Cardmarket (EUR) and eBay. Current TCGplayer market is $19.40. When selling, compare net proceeds after fees — eBay and TCGplayer typically charge 9–13%, while direct sales carry lower or no fees.
Why does Professor Birch's Observations cost what it does?
Four factors dominate: the Ultra Rare rarity tier, the modern-era XY set pedigree, playability (Trainer), and condition. Artwork by Hitoshi Ariga also matters to collector demand.
