Arcanine is a Stage 1 Fire-type Pokémon card with 80 HP. It is illustrated by Hajime Kusajima and is part of the Sandstorm set from the EX series, released in…
Set: Sandstorm
Number: 15/100
Rarity: Rare
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About the Arcanine Pokémon Card
Arcanine is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the Sandstorm set, part of the EX series. It carries the collector number 15/100 and is classified as Rare. The Sandstorm set was released on September 18, 2003.
Arcanine Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Arcanine
Card number: 15/100
Set: Sandstorm
Series: EX
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Fire
HP: 80
Artist: Hajime Kusajima
Release date: September 18, 2003
National Pokédex number: 59
Why Collect the Arcanine Pokémon Card?
Arcanine is a solid addition to the Sandstorm 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 Arcanine Pokémon Card
Arcanine was illustrated by Hajime Kusajima.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Arcanine Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Arcanine is about
46. Recent listings range from roughly $69.99 (low) to 46 (high), with a mid-point near 24. 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 Sandstorm set has a median card value near
7.88 and an average near $38.38, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +59% over the last 7 days and +36% 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 Sandstorm set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Arcanine Pokémon Card
Whether Arcanine 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 502 copies of this card, of which 64 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 12.7%. 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 Arcanine Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Arcanine 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 502 copies to date.
Other Printings of Arcanine
Arcanine appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Skyridge 3 (around $300), Aquapolis H2 (around
16) and Legendary Collection 36 (around 01).
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 Arcanine Pokémon Card
The Arcanine pokémon card is a Rare card from the Sandstorm set (EX series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Sandstorm set. Its current aggregated market price is about 46; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Arcanine card from?
Arcanine is from the Sandstorm set (EX series), numbered 15/100 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Arcanine card?
Arcanine is classified as Rare.
How much is the Arcanine 15/100 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
46, within a recent range of roughly $69.99 to 46. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Arcanine card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 502 copies so far, with about 12.7% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Arcanine?
PSA has graded 502 copies, of which 64 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 12.7%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Arcanine card?
Rare cards like Arcanine are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Sandstorm set released?
The Sandstorm set was released on September 18, 2003.
Are there other printings of Arcanine?
Yes. Arcanine appears on 31 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
