| Set | HeartGold & SoulSilver |
| Card number | 79 |
| Rarity | Common |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 60 |
| Artist | Yukiko Baba |
| Released | Feb 2010 |
Sandshrew #79 Value (HeartGold & SoulSilver)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $28.64 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €0.29 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €0.19 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €0.23 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 855 |
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Sandshrew #79: rarity, grading and trend
Sandshrew #79 is a Common Pokémon card from HeartGold & SoulSilver, the HeartGold & SoulSilver era (2010). It ranks as number 85 by price out of 124 cards in the set. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($28.64 to $28.64). The illustration is by Yukiko Baba.
Sandshrew price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €0.29 | $28.64 |
| Oct 2026 | €0.29 | $28.64 |
| Sep 2026 | €0.29 | $25.61 |
| Aug 2026 | €0.29 | $16.99 |
| Jul 2026 | €0.29 | $0.44 |
| Jun 2026 | €0.27 | $0.44 |
| May 2026 | €0.25 | $0.44 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Sandshrew #79 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $28.64, the Cardmarket low is €0.29. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
Is Sandshrew #79 rare?
Sandshrew #79 is printed at Common rarity and ranks number 85 by price among the 124 cards in HeartGold & SoulSilver. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Sandshrew #79 going up in value?
Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $28.64.
How do I check which printing of Sandshrew I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (79) at the bottom of the card, then match both to this page. A phone scanner such as Card Value Scanner on iPhone reads them from one photo; on Android, search the number in the price guide.
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