Sandslash 29 / 123 Pokemon Card from HeartGold & SoulSilver Set
Sandslash is a Stage 1 Fighting-type Pokémon with 80 HP. It features artwork by Yukiko Baba and is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver set, released in the…
- Set: HeartGold & SoulSilver
- Number: 29/123
- Rarity: Rare
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About the Sandslash Pokémon Card
Sandslash is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the HeartGold & SoulSilver set, part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series. It carries the collector number 29/123 and is classified as Rare. The HeartGold & SoulSilver set was released on February 10, 2010.
The card includes the flavor text: “If it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spike and claws. They grow back in a day.”.
Sandslash Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Sandslash
Card number: 29/123
Set: HeartGold & SoulSilver
Series: HeartGold & SoulSilver
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Fighting
HP: 80
Artist: Yukiko Baba
Release date: February 10, 2010
National Pokédex number: 28
Why Collect the Sandslash Pokémon Card?
Sandslash is a solid addition to the HeartGold & SoulSilver 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 Sandslash Pokémon Card
Sandslash was illustrated by Yukiko Baba.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Sandslash Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Sandslash is about $4.98. Recent listings range from roughly $4.95 (low) to $49.40 (high), with a mid-point near $5.00. 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver set has a median card value near
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the HeartGold & SoulSilver set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Sandslash Pokémon Card
Whether 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 11 copies of this card, of which 2 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 18.2%. 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 Sandslash Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like 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 11 copies to date.
Other Printings of Sandslash
Sandslash appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 62 (around $86.00), Skyridge 93 (around $51.75) and Sandstorm 21 (around
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 Sandslash Pokémon Card
The Sandslash pokémon card is a Rare card from the HeartGold & SoulSilver set (HeartGold & SoulSilver series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the HeartGold & SoulSilver set. Its current aggregated market price is about $4.98; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Sandslash card from?
Sandslash is from the HeartGold & SoulSilver set (HeartGold & SoulSilver series), numbered 29/123 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Sandslash card?
Sandslash is classified as Rare.
How much is the Sandslash 29/123 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $4.98, within a recent range of roughly $4.95 to $49.40. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the 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 11 copies so far, with about 18.2% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Sandslash?
PSA has graded 11 copies, of which 2 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 18.2%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Sandslash card?
Rare cards like 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver set released?
The HeartGold & SoulSilver set was released on February 10, 2010.
Are there other printings of Sandslash?
Yes. Sandslash appears on 16 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.