Sandy Shocks ex
Ancient Roar · 089 · Special Illustration Rare
Current Prices
Set
Ancient RoarNumero
089
Rarità
Special Illustration Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
5,105
Last Updated
Mar 5, 2026
About Sandy Shocks ex
Sandy Shocks ex is an ultra-rare chase card and one of the most desirable pulls from Ancient Roar, numbered 089 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. Pricing for this card is based on the European CardMarket marketplace. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Sandy Shocks ex Price Analysis
The current market price for Sandy Shocks ex from Ancient Roar is $7.33 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $5.20 to a high of $27.49. The price has remained relatively stable over the last 30 days with a -1.1% change. With a high volume of recorded sales (5,105+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Sandy Shocks ex
Professional grading is available for Sandy Shocks ex and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: PGS 9, PGS 9 5. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: NEAR MINT. For cards in this price range, grading makes sense primarily if the card is in near-mint condition and you plan to hold it long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $7.33 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | PGS 9 | $29.99 | $29.99 | $29.99 | 60 |
| cardmarket unsold | PGS 9 5 | $35.00 | $35.00 | $35.00 | 65 |
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $7.99 | $5.20 | $27.49 | 4,960 |
Is Sandy Shocks ex a Good Investment?
As an ultra-rare card, Sandy Shocks ex is in the category most targeted by both collectors and investors. Cards at this rarity tier have historically shown strong long-term appreciation. Price stability indicates consistent demand without speculative spikes — often a healthy sign for a collectible. High trading volume makes this card relatively liquid, meaning it can be bought or sold quickly at market price. 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.
