Sandshrew
Sandshrew is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Mysterious Treasures (#96). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $5.53 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2007. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Sandshrew suits collectors working on Mysterious Treasures who need the Common slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Sandshrew from Mysterious Treasures?
Sandshrew is a Pokémon card in Mysterious Treasures numbered 96. To protect itself from attackers, it curls up into a ball. It lives in arid regions with minimal rainfall. National Pokédex #27. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Sandshrew worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $5.53 for Sandshrew. Low and high spread runs $1.50 to $69.90. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $5.53; Normal: $0.77. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Mysterious Treasures |
|---|---|
| Number | 96 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $5.53 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.25 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $5.53 |
| Normal | $0.77 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 60 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fighting |
| Sand Attack | Fighting If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing. |
| Ram | FightingColorless 30 |
| Weakness | Water +10 |
How collectible is Sandshrew?
Sandshrew is listed as Common in Mysterious Treasures. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Sandshrew?
Catalog fields: set Mysterious Treasures, rarity Common. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Sandshrew from Mysterious Treasures should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Sandshrew is catalogued as Common printing in Mysterious Treasures, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $5.53 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $5.53; Normal: $0.77).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $5.53 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Sandshrew worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $5.53 for ungraded Sandshrew from Mysterious Treasures. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Sandshrew from?
Sandshrew is listed in Mysterious Treasures (Diamond & Pearl) as card #96. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Sandshrew?
Our catalog lists Sandshrew as Common in Mysterious Treasures. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Sandshrew good for collectors or players?
Sandshrew includes gameplay stats in Mysterious Treasures. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Sandshrew?
Finish variants of Sandshrew carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $5.53; Normal: $0.77 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.