Alolan Sandslash
SM12: Alter Genesis · #052 Japanese

Alolan Sandslash

Alolan Sandslash is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from SM12: Alter Genesis (#052). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.59 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2019. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.

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Who is this card for?

Alolan Sandslash suits collectors working on SM12: Alter Genesis who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear.

What is Alolan Sandslash from SM12: Alter Genesis?

Alolan Sandslash is a Pokémon TCG card in SM12: Alter Genesis numbered 052. Alolan Sandslash from SM12: Alter Genesis should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together. This printing is from SM12: Alter Genesis. Collector number 052 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What is Alolan Sandslash worth today?

Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.59 for Alolan Sandslash. Low and high spread varies by finish. This printing is from SM12: Alter Genesis. Collector number 052 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2019.

SetSM12: Alter Genesis
Number052
RarityUncommon
TCGPlayer USD$2.59
Cardmarket EUR
Normal $0.95

How collectible is Alolan Sandslash?

Alolan Sandslash is listed as Uncommon in SM12: Alter Genesis. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from SM12: Alter Genesis. Collector number 052 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for Alolan Sandslash?

Catalog fields: set SM12: Alter Genesis, rarity Uncommon. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from SM12: Alter Genesis. Collector number 052 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2019.

Cactaur's take

Alolan Sandslash from SM12: Alter Genesis should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.

Pros

  • Alolan Sandslash is catalogued as Uncommon printing in SM12: Alter Genesis, making set and number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $2.59.

Cons

  • Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.

Verdict: Use $2.59 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

How much is Alolan Sandslash worth?

Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.59 for ungraded Alolan Sandslash from SM12: Alter Genesis. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.

What set is Alolan Sandslash from?

Alolan Sandslash is listed in SM12: Alter Genesis as card #052. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.

How rare is Alolan Sandslash?

Our catalog lists Alolan Sandslash as Uncommon in SM12: Alter Genesis. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.

Is Alolan Sandslash good for collectors or players?

Alolan Sandslash is primarily a collector reference in SM12: Alter Genesis. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. This printing is from SM12: Alter Genesis.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-16. Last updated: 2026-06-12.