Professor Birch
Professor Birch is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Ruby & Sapphire (#89). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.54 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Professor Birch suits collectors working on Ruby & Sapphire who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear.
What is Professor Birch from Ruby & Sapphire?
Professor Birch is a Trainer card in Ruby & Sapphire numbered 89. Professor Birch from Ruby & Sapphire should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together. This printing is from Ruby & Sapphire. Collector number 89 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Professor Birch worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.54 for Professor Birch. Low and high spread runs $1.99 to $47.50. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $3.54; Normal: $0.42. This printing is from Ruby & Sapphire. Collector number 89 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Ruby & Sapphire |
|---|---|
| Number | 89 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $3.54 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.41 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $3.54 |
| Normal | $0.42 |
How collectible is Professor Birch?
Professor Birch is listed as Uncommon in Ruby & Sapphire. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from Ruby & Sapphire. Collector number 89 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Professor Birch?
Catalog fields: set Ruby & Sapphire, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Ruby & Sapphire. Collector number 89 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
Cactaur's take
Professor Birch from Ruby & Sapphire should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Professor Birch is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Ruby & Sapphire, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $3.54 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $3.54; Normal: $0.42).
- 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 $3.54 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 $3.54 for ungraded Professor Birch from Ruby & Sapphire. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Professor Birch from?
Professor Birch is listed in Ruby & Sapphire (EX) as card #89. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Professor Birch?
Our catalog lists Professor Birch as Uncommon in Ruby & Sapphire. 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 Ruby & Sapphire. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. This printing is from Ruby & Sapphire.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Professor Birch?
Finish variants of Professor Birch carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $3.54; Normal: $0.42 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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