Professor's Research 87 / 91 Pokemon Card from Paldean Fates Set

Professor's Research — Paldean Fates 87/91 Pokémon TCG card

Professor's Research is a Supporter Trainer card from the Paldean Fates set in the Scarlet & Violet series. It was illustrated by artist kirisAki and is…

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About the Professor's Research Trainer Card

Professor's Research is a Supporter Trainer card from the Paldean Fates set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 87/91 and is classified as Rare. The Paldean Fates set was released on January 26, 2024.

Professor's Research Trainer Card Details

Card name: Professor's Research

Card number: 87/91

Set: Paldean Fates

Series: Scarlet & Violet

Rarity: Rare

Card type: Trainer (Supporter)

Artist: kirisAki

Release date: January 26, 2024

Why Collect the Professor's Research Trainer Card?

Professor's Research is a solid addition to the Paldean Fates set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Professor's Research Trainer Card

Professor's Research was illustrated by kirisAki.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Professor's Research Trainer Card

The current aggregated market price for Professor's Research is about $0.21. Recent listings range from roughly $0.01 (low) to

.99 (high), with a mid-point near $0.21. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Paldean Fates set has a median card value near

.66 and an average near
2.14, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +13% over the last 7 days and -36% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Paldean Fates set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Professor's Research Trainer Card

Whether Professor's Research is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 4 copies of this card, of which 2 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 50.0%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Professor's Research Trainer Card?

Rare cards like Professor's Research are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 4 copies to date.

Other Printings of Professor's Research

Professor's Research appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Pokémon GO 84 (around $8.55), SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH152 (around

.69) and Pokémon GO 78 (around .25).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Professor's Research Trainer Card

The Professor's Research trainer card is a Rare card from the Paldean Fates set (Scarlet & Violet series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Paldean Fates set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.21; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Professor's Research card from?

Professor's Research is from the Paldean Fates set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 87/91 with the Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Professor's Research card?

Professor's Research is classified as Rare.

How much is the Professor's Research 87/91 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.21, within a recent range of roughly $0.01 to

.99. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Professor's Research card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 4 copies so far, with about 50.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Professor's Research?

PSA has graded 4 copies, of which 2 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 50.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Professor's Research card?

Rare cards like Professor's Research are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

When was the Paldean Fates set released?

The Paldean Fates set was released on January 26, 2024.

Are there other printings of Professor's Research?

Yes. Professor's Research appears on 14 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.