Sidney
Sidney is a Rare Rainbow Pokémon TCG printing from Fusion Strike (#279). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $4.09 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2021. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Sidney suits collectors working on Fusion Strike who need the Rare Rainbow slot. Treat $4.09 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Sidney from Fusion Strike?
Sidney is a Trainer card in Fusion Strike numbered 279. Sidney (#279) is a chase-tier Rare Rainbow printing in Fusion Strike. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Sidney worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $4.09 for Sidney. Low and high spread runs $2.84 to $42.10. 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 | Fusion Strike |
|---|---|
| Number | 279 |
| Rarity | Rare Rainbow |
| TCGPlayer USD | $4.09 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €4.83 |
How collectible is Sidney?
Sidney is listed as Rare Rainbow in Fusion Strike. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. 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.
What are the key details for Sidney?
Catalog fields: set Fusion Strike, rarity Rare Rainbow, regulation E. Illustrated by Hideki Ishikawa. Format status: Standard and Expanded. 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.
Cactaur's take
Sidney (#279) is a chase-tier Rare Rainbow printing in Fusion Strike. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Sidney is catalogued as Rare Rainbow printing in Fusion Strike, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $4.09.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $4.09 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Sidney worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $4.09 for ungraded Sidney from Fusion Strike. 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 Sidney from?
Sidney is listed in Fusion Strike (Sword & Shield) as card #279. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Sidney?
Our catalog lists Sidney as Rare Rainbow in Fusion Strike. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Sidney good for collectors or players?
Sidney is primarily a collector reference in Fusion Strike. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Should I grade Sidney?
Grading only makes sense when Sidney appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $4.09, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.