| Set | Primal Clash |
| Card number | 159 |
| Rarity | Rare Ultra |
| Type | Trainer |
| HP | 0 |
| Artist | Hitoshi Ariga |
| Released | Feb 2015 |
Professor Birch's Observations #159 Value (Primal Clash)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Professor Birch's Observations appears as a Rare Ultra Trainer in XY's 2015 Primal Clash. Illustrated by Hitoshi Ariga, it complements Pokémon setup strategies. This card holds a solid position within the set's middle-to-upper price rankings.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $16.58 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €30.90 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €17.37 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €17.42 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 36 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $1,134 |
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Why Professor Birch's Observations #159 is priced where it is
Professor Birch's Observations #159 is a Rare Ultra Trainer card from Primal Clash, the XY era (2015). It ranks as number 15 by price out of 164 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 68x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price rose +3.0%, from $16.09 to $16.58. The illustration is by Hitoshi Ariga.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 10 | $1,134 | 1 |
| PSA | 9 | $38.80 | 2 |
| PSA | 8 | $24.12 | 2 |
| PSA | 7 | $12.95 | 2 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Professor Birch's Observations price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €30.90 | $16.58 |
| Oct 2026 | €27.38 | $16.27 |
| Sep 2026 | €27.80 | $14.97 |
| Aug 2026 | €20.71 | $11.31 |
| Jul 2026 | €17.40 | $9.79 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Professor Birch's Observations #159 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $16.58, a PSA 10 sells for around $1,134 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €30.90. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Professor Birch's Observations #159 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Professor Birch's Observations #159 sells for about $1,134 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $16.58 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Professor Birch's Observations #159 rare?
Professor Birch's Observations #159 is printed at Rare Ultra rarity and ranks number 15 by price among the 164 cards in Primal Clash. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Professor Birch's Observations #159 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +3.0% to about $16.58. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Professor Birch's Observations #159 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 68.4x raw ($1,117 more), but a PSA 9 is worth far less than a 10, so check centering, corners and surface first.
How do I check which printing of Professor Birch's Observations I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (159) at the bottom of the card, then match both to this page. A phone scanner such as Card Value Scanner on iPhone reads them from one photo; on Android, search the number in the price guide.
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