Question 1

What is the current market value of Alolan Sandslash #29?

Accepted Answer

Current market pricing for Alolan Sandslash (Ultra Prism) sits near $0.31. Over the last 7 days it declined 10.0%. It is currently 6.6% below the 30-day average of $0.33. Its 90-day trading band runs between $0.28 and $0.41, producing a 42% range and moderate-volatility behavior. This version is categorized as Rare.

Question 2

Is Alolan Sandslash #29 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: The market retraced 10.0% this week, and current pricing sits 24% below its recent high watermark. With a 42% 90-day spread ($0.28-$0.41), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Versus the 30-day average ($0.33), the card is trading 6.6% lower. This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Alolan Sandslash #29 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Alolan Sandslash is a Ultra Prism card from the 2018 release window. The printed flavor text states: "This Pokémon's steel spikes are sheathed in ice. Stabs from these spikes cause deep wounds and severe frostbite as well." Core profile: Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare. Printed HP is 120. Energy typing is Water. As an evolution, Alolan Sandslash develops from Alolan Sandshrew. The printed attacks highlight "Spike Armor" and "Frost Breath". It is weak to Metal type energy. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Alolan cards available?

Accepted Answer

Other Alolan printings create a useful comparison set for Alolan Sandslash. The current sample spans 4 comparable cards from 3 sets. Comparable prices currently cover $0.13-$8.98, a 6808% band. Against the sample mean of $3.49, this card is -91%. Notable alternatives include Alolan Sandslash #138 (Cosmic Eclipse) at $0.48, Alolan Sandslash #20 (Guardians Rising) at $0.13, Alolan Sandslash #SM127 (SM Black Star Promos) at $4.36, and Alolan Sandslash #SM18 (SM Black Star Promos) at $8.98.

Question 5

What set is Alolan Sandslash #29 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Ultra Prism was released in 2018. Ultra Prism is grouped under the Sun & Moon era. Set size is 178 cards, which categorizes Ultra Prism as large. As of 2026, the set is 8 years old and now falls into an established back-catalog period. Alolan Sandslash (#29) is one of the Rare prints in this expansion.

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