Steelix 89 / 168 Pokemon Card from Celestial Storm Set
Steelix is a Stage 1 Metal-type Pokémon with 190 HP. It is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and is part of the Celestial Storm set from the Sun & Moon series. The…
Set: Celestial Storm
Number: 89/168
Rarity: Rare Holo
Set
About the Steelix Pokémon Card
Steelix is a Metal-type Pokémon card with 190 HP from the Celestial Storm set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 89/168 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Celestial Storm set was released on August 3, 2018.
The card includes the flavor text: “It chews its way through boulders with its sturdy jaws. Its eyes can see in the darkness underground.”.
Steelix Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Steelix
Card number: 89/168
Set: Celestial Storm
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Metal
HP: 190
Artist: Ken Sugimori
Release date: August 3, 2018
National Pokédex number: 208
Why Collect the Steelix Pokémon Card?
Steelix is a solid addition to the Celestial Storm set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Steelix Pokémon Card
Steelix was illustrated by Ken Sugimori.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Steelix Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Steelix is about
.65. Recent listings range from roughly .00 (low) to $30.90 (high), with a mid-point near $3.82. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Celestial Storm set has a median card value near $0.87 and an average near $9.72, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -19% over the last 7 days and +8% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Celestial Storm set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Steelix Pokémon Card
Whether Steelix is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
How Rare Is the Steelix Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Steelix are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Steelix
Steelix appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis H23 (around $300), Skyridge H29 (around 00) and HS—Unleashed 87 (around
09).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Steelix Pokémon Card
The Steelix pokémon card is a Rare Holo card from the Celestial Storm set (Sun & Moon series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Celestial Storm set. Its current aggregated market price is about
.65; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Steelix card from?
Steelix is from the Celestial Storm set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 89/168 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Steelix card?
Steelix is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Steelix 89/168 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.65, within a recent range of roughly .00 to $30.90. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Steelix card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Steelix card?
Rare Holo cards like Steelix are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Celestial Storm set released?
The Celestial Storm set was released on August 3, 2018.
Are there other printings of Steelix?
Yes. Steelix appears on 31 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
