Professor Birch
Professor Birch is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Emerald (#82). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $8.44 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2005. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Professor Birch suits collectors working on Emerald who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Professor Birch from Emerald?
Professor Birch is a Trainer card in Emerald numbered 82. Professor Birch from Emerald should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together. 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 is Professor Birch worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $8.44 for Professor Birch. Low and high spread runs $4.12 to $99.90. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $8.44; Normal: $0.46. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Emerald |
|---|---|
| Number | 82 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $8.44 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €99.14 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $8.44 |
| Normal | $0.46 |
How collectible is Professor Birch?
Professor Birch is listed as Uncommon in Emerald. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Professor Birch?
Catalog fields: set Emerald, rarity Uncommon. 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 Birch from Emerald should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Professor Birch is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Emerald, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $8.44 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $8.44; Normal: $0.46).
- 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 $8.44 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Professor Birch worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $8.44 for ungraded Professor Birch from Emerald. 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 Birch from?
Professor Birch is listed in Emerald (EX) as card #82. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Professor Birch?
Our catalog lists Professor Birch as Uncommon in Emerald. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Professor Birch good for collectors or players?
Professor Birch is primarily a collector reference in Emerald. 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.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Professor Birch?
Finish variants of Professor Birch carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $8.44; Normal: $0.46 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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