Dark Sandslash
Team Rocket Returns · 18/109 · Rare
Current Prices
Nummer
18/109
Zeldzaamheid
Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
170
Last Updated
Mar 18, 2026
About Dark Sandslash
Dark Sandslash is a Rare card that stands out in the Team Rocket Returns set, numbered 18/109 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Dark Sandslash Price Analysis
The current market price for Dark Sandslash from Team Rocket Returns is $10.44 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $10.90 to a high of $10.90. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $87.99 — approximately 8.4x the ungraded market price. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $27.00. The price has remained relatively stable over the last 30 days with a -3.5% change. This card sees moderate trading activity, with 170 recorded sales providing reliable pricing data.
Grading Dark Sandslash
Professional grading is available for Dark Sandslash and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 10, CGC 8 5, CGC 9, CGC 9 5, PSA 10, PSA 5, PSA 8, PSA 9. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: LIGHTLY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, DAMAGED, HEAVILY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $3.80 | $3.60 | $3.60 | 4 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $8.99 | $5.95 | $5.95 | 2 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $11.99 | $7.79 | $7.79 | 12 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $26.00 | $119.99 | $119.99 | 7 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $87.99 | $149.99 | $149.99 | 18 |
| ebay | PSA 5 | $22.07 | $22.01 | $22.01 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $14.13 | $26.00 | $26.00 | 5 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $3.08 | $3.10 | $3.10 | 9 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $10.10 | $9.77 | $9.77 | 28 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $7.12 | $8.98 | $8.98 | 16 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $27.00 | $44.99 | $44.99 | 13 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $13.01 | $35.00 | $35.00 | 4 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $10.44 | $10.90 | $10.90 | 44 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $18.25 | $30.00 | $30.00 | 5 |
| ebay | DAMAGED | $6.95 | N/A | N/A | — |
Is Dark Sandslash a Good Investment?
Dark Sandslash carries the Rare designation, placing it in the category of cards that collectors actively seek for set completion and moderate investment. Price stability indicates consistent demand without speculative spikes — often a healthy sign for a collectible. 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.
