Question 1

What is the current market value of Sandshrew #79?

Accepted Answer

Current market pricing for Sandshrew (HeartGold & SoulSilver) sits near $0.51. Its 7-day movement is largely flat at 0.0%. Against its 30-day baseline of $0.50, this card is pricing 2.4% higher. Its 90-day trading band runs between $0.47 and $0.54, producing a 14% range and low-volatility behavior. This version is categorized as Common.

Question 2

Is Sandshrew #79 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: Over the last 7 days, prices have remained stable at 0.0%, indicating a consolidation phase over sudden breakouts. The 90-day range spans $0.47 to $0.54 (14% spread), which indicates low-volatility behavior. Current value remains close to its 30-day mean ($0.50). Available graded data shows PSA 9 at $28.00, which is +5390% versus raw pricing.

Question 3

What is Sandshrew #79 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Sandshrew appears in HeartGold & SoulSilver, released in 2010. The printed flavor text states: "Disliking water, it lives in deep burrows in arid areas. It can roll itself instantly into a ball." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Common. Printed HP is 60. Energy typing is Fighting. This print is categorized under the Basic subtype. Attack line includes "Defense Curl" and "Rollout". Weakness: Water. Resistance: Lightning. The retreat cost for this card is 1. Common-tier prints are typically the most accessible entries for set completion.

Question 4

What are the alternative Sandshrew cards available?

Accepted Answer

A wider Sandshrew checklist helps contextualize this specific Sandshrew print. Comparable entries in this snapshot: 6 cards, 6 distinct sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.06 and $1.75 (2817% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($0.42), this card is +23%. Notable alternatives include Sandshrew #74 (Team Rocket Returns) at $1.75, Sandshrew #75 (BREAKthrough) at $0.23, Sandshrew #68 (Mega Evolution) at $0.16, and Sandshrew #97 (Twilight Masquerade) at $0.07.

Question 5

What set is Sandshrew #79 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

HeartGold & SoulSilver entered circulation in 2010. HeartGold & SoulSilver is grouped under the HeartGold & SoulSilver era. Set size is 124 cards, which categorizes HeartGold & SoulSilver as mid-size. As of 2026, the set is 16 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. In the HeartGold & SoulSilver checklist, Sandshrew occupies position #79 as a Common card.

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