Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) 178 / 202 Pokemon Card from Sword & Shield Set
Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) is a Trainer card categorized as a Supporter. It is part of the Sword & Shield set and was illustrated by Yusuke…
Set: Sword & Shield
Number: 178/202
Rarity: Rare Holo
Set
About the Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) Trainer Card
Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) is a Supporter Trainer card from the Sword & Shield set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 178/202 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Sword & Shield set was released on February 7, 2020.
Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) Trainer Card Details
Card name: Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia)
Card number: 178/202
Set: Sword & Shield
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Holo
Card type: Trainer (Supporter)
Artist: Yusuke Ohmura
Release date: February 7, 2020
Why Collect the Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) Trainer Card?
Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) is a solid addition to the Sword & Shield 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 (Professor Magnolia) Trainer Card
Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) was illustrated by Yusuke Ohmura.
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 (Professor Magnolia) Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) is about $0.30. Recent listings range from roughly $0.15 (low) to $35.00 (high), with a mid-point near $0.40. 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 Sword & Shield set has a median card value near $0.46 and an average near
.76, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +113% over the last 7 days and +224% 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 Sword & Shield set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) Trainer Card
Whether Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) 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.
How Rare Is the Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) Trainer Card?
Rare Holo cards like Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia)
Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Sword & Shield 201 (around $4.30), Sword & Shield 209 (around $4.00) and Champion's Path 62 (around $0.22).
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 (Professor Magnolia) Trainer Card
The Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) trainer card is a Rare Holo card from the Sword & Shield set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Sword & Shield set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.30; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) card from?
Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) is from the Sword & Shield set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 178/202 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) card?
Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) 178/202 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.30, within a recent range of roughly $0.15 to $35.00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) card?
Rare Holo cards like Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Sword & Shield set released?
The Sword & Shield set was released on February 7, 2020.
Are there other printings of Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia)?
Yes. Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) appears on 3 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
