Professor Elm
Professor Elm is a Promo Pokémon TCG printing from Best of Game (#3). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $27.38 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2002. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Professor Elm suits collectors working on Best of Game who need the Promo slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Professor Elm from Best of Game?
Professor Elm is a Trainer card in Best of Game numbered 3. Professor Elm (#3) is a promo-line printing from Best of Game where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Professor Elm worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $27.38 for Professor Elm. Low and high spread runs $25.00 to $259.90. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Best of Game |
|---|---|
| Number | 3 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $27.38 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €25.86 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $27.38 |
How collectible is Professor Elm?
Professor Elm is listed as Promo in Best of Game. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Professor Elm?
Catalog fields: set Best of Game, rarity Promo. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Professor Elm (#3) is a promo-line printing from Best of Game where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Professor Elm is catalogued as Promo printing in Best of Game, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $27.38.
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $27.38 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Professor Elm worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $27.38 for ungraded Professor Elm from Best of Game. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Professor Elm from?
Professor Elm is listed in Best of Game (Other) as card #3. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Professor Elm?
Our catalog lists Professor Elm as Promo in Best of Game. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Professor Elm good for collectors or players?
Professor Elm is primarily a collector reference in Best of Game. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
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