Alolan Sandslash 138 / 236 Pokemon Card from Cosmic Eclipse Set

Alolan Sandslash — Cosmic Eclipse 138/236 Pokémon TCG card

Alolan Sandslash is a Stage 1 Metal-type Pokémon with 120 HP. It is illustrated by Hasuno and is part of the Cosmic Eclipse set from the Sun & Moon series,…

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About the Alolan Sandslash Pokémon Card

Alolan Sandslash is a Metal-type Pokémon card with 120 HP from the Cosmic Eclipse set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 138/236 and is classified as Rare. The Cosmic Eclipse set was released on November 1, 2019.

The card includes the flavor text: “It runs across snow-covered plains at high speeds. It developed thick, sharp claws to plow through the snow.”.

Alolan Sandslash Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Alolan Sandslash

Card number: 138/236

Set: Cosmic Eclipse

Series: Sun & Moon

Rarity: Rare

Subtypes: Stage 1

Type: Metal

HP: 120

Artist: Hasuno

Release date: November 1, 2019

National Pokédex number: 28

Why Collect the Alolan Sandslash Pokémon Card?

Alolan Sandslash is a solid addition to the Cosmic Eclipse 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 Alolan Sandslash Pokémon Card

Alolan Sandslash was illustrated by Hasuno.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Alolan Sandslash Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Alolan Sandslash is about

.17. Recent listings range from roughly $0.71 (low) to
9.98 (high), with a mid-point near
.00. 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 Cosmic Eclipse set has a median card value near

.13 and an average near
3.96, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -49% over the last 7 days and -57% 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 Cosmic Eclipse set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Alolan Sandslash Pokémon Card

Whether Alolan Sandslash 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.

PSA has graded 8 copies of this card, of which 6 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 75.0%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Alolan Sandslash Pokémon Card?

Rare cards like Alolan Sandslash are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 8 copies to date.

Other Printings of Alolan Sandslash

Alolan Sandslash appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include SM Black Star Promos SM18 (around

4.51), SM Black Star Promos SM127 (around $3.13) and Guardians Rising 20 (around $0.88).

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 Alolan Sandslash Pokémon Card

The Alolan Sandslash pokémon card is a Rare card from the Cosmic Eclipse set (Sun & Moon series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Cosmic Eclipse set. Its current aggregated market price is about

.17; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Alolan Sandslash card from?

Alolan Sandslash is from the Cosmic Eclipse set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 138/236 with the Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Alolan Sandslash card?

Alolan Sandslash is classified as Rare.

How much is the Alolan Sandslash 138/236 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

.17, within a recent range of roughly $0.71 to
9.98. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Alolan Sandslash card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 8 copies so far, with about 75.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Alolan Sandslash?

PSA has graded 8 copies, of which 6 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 75.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Alolan Sandslash card?

Rare cards like Alolan Sandslash are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

When was the Cosmic Eclipse set released?

The Cosmic Eclipse set was released on November 1, 2019.

Are there other printings of Alolan Sandslash?

Yes. Alolan Sandslash appears on 4 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.