| Set | Sword & Shield |
| Card number | 209 |
| Rarity | Rare Rainbow |
| Type | Trainer |
| HP | 0 |
| Artist | Yusuke Ohmura |
| Released | Feb 2020 |
Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) #209 Value (Sword & Shield)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Professor's Research featuring Professor Magnolia is one of the more recognizable Rainbow Rare trainer cards from the Sword and Shield base set. Illustrated by Yusuke Ohmura, it pairs a rainbow foil border with a full illustration of Magnolia that many collectors point to as a highlight of the set's artwork. Rainbow Rare trainer cards like this one occupy a distinct tier in modern Pokemon collecting, sitting between standard secret rares and the ultra rare Gold cards.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $3.73 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €4.98 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €4.93 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €5.47 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 230 |
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Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) #209: rarity, grading and trend
Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) #209 is a Rare Rainbow Trainer card from Sword & Shield, the Sword & Shield era (2020). It ranks as number 22 by price out of 216 cards in the set. Over the last 30 days the price rose +16%, from $3.22 to $3.73. The illustration is by Yusuke Ohmura.
Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €4.98 | $3.73 |
| Oct 2026 | €5.00 | $3.40 |
| Sep 2026 | €5.00 | $3.26 |
| Aug 2026 | €5.00 | $3.52 |
| Jul 2026 | €5.00 | $4.07 |
| Mar 2026 | €5.26 | $4.07 |
| Feb 2026 | €5.06 | $3.92 |
| Jan 2026 | €5.00 | $4.01 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) #209 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $3.73, the Cardmarket low is €4.98. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
Is Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) #209 rare?
Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) #209 is printed at Rare Rainbow rarity and ranks number 22 by price among the 216 cards in Sword & Shield. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) #209 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +16% to about $3.73. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
How do I check which printing of Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (209) 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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