Sandshrew
Team Rocket Returns · 74/109 · Common
Current Prices
Number
74/109
Rarity
Common
Variant
Reverse_Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
192
Last Updated
Mar 17, 2026
About Sandshrew
Sandshrew is a Common card that is widely available in the secondary market, numbered 74/109 in the expansion. This is the Reverse_Holofoil variant. With a mid-range market value, Sandshrew is a solid addition to any collection and a card worth keeping in good condition.
Sandshrew Price Analysis
The current market price for Sandshrew from Team Rocket Returns is $34.61 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $26.05 to a high of $26.05. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $250.00 — approximately 7.2x the ungraded market price. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $88.39. Over the past 30 days, Sandshrew has increased in value by +32.9%, indicating growing demand among collectors. This card sees moderate trading activity, with 192 recorded sales providing reliable pricing data.
Grading Sandshrew
Professional grading is available for Sandshrew and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 7, CGC 8, CGC 8 5, CGC 9, PSA 10, PSA 6, PSA 7, PSA 8. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: LIGHTLY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, DAMAGED, HEAVILY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED. Grading is worth considering for this card, especially if it is in excellent condition. The price difference between ungraded and a PSA 10 can be substantial at this tier.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $19.99 | $16.50 | $16.50 | 3 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $29.99 | $33.63 | $33.63 | 5 |
| ebay | CGC 7 | $19.99 | $19.99 | $19.99 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 8 | $24.95 | $24.95 | $24.95 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $10.00 | $29.99 | $29.99 | 4 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $30.00 | $49.99 | $49.99 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $250.00 | $425.00 | $425.00 | 4 |
| ebay | PSA 6 | $15.50 | $3.15 | $3.15 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $13.40 | $5.11 | $5.11 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $11.76 | $40.14 | $40.14 | 10 |
| ebay | SGC 5 | $9.50 | $9.50 | $9.50 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $8.66 | $6.99 | $6.99 | 6 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $8.69 | $7.27 | $7.27 | 5 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $18.39 | $16.59 | $16.59 | 39 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $14.13 | $13.49 | $13.49 | 13 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $34.61 | $26.05 | $26.05 | 76 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $115.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $88.39 | $57.00 | $57.00 | 18 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $59.99 | N/A | N/A | — |
Is Sandshrew a Good Investment?
As a common card, Sandshrew's individual collectible value is modest, though complete sets including all commons can be valuable. The upward price trend suggests increasing demand. However, short-term price movements do not always indicate long-term direction. As with any collectible, values can fluctuate based on market conditions, format legality, nostalgia cycles, and overall demand in the Pokemon TCG market in 2026.
