Dark Sandslash
Team Rocket Returns · #18 · Rare
Price detail
TCGplayer (US) (reverseHolofoil)
| Tier | USD |
|---|---|
| Low | $90.00 |
| Market | $85.00 |
| Mid | $115 |
| High | $155 |
Every print variant (2)
| Variant | Market | Low – High |
|---|---|---|
| Reverse Holofoil | $85.00 | — |
| Normal | $13.30 | $10.46 – $130 |
The same card, different print: $85.00 vs $13.30 — a 6.4× spread. Check which variant a listing actually is before you judge the price.
Cardmarket (EU)
| Metric | EUR |
|---|---|
| Trend | €5.62 |
| Avg 1-day | €3.49 |
| Avg 7-day | €5.13 |
| Avg 30-day | €5.15 |
| Low | €1.99 |
Authenticity check
- Light test: real cards have an opaque middle layer — shine a phone light through the card; if it glows through easily, walk away.
- Texture & print: under magnification real cards show a fine rosette dot pattern; fakes look flat, blurry, or oversaturated (the back's blue is a common tell).
- Font & layout: compare the HP, energy symbols and set number against the card image above — fakes routinely get spacing and symbols subtly wrong.
- The price itself: a raw Dark Sandslash offered under about $42.50 is where fakes and bait listings live — run the exact price through our deal checker.
FAQ
How much is Dark Sandslash (Team Rocket Returns #18) worth?
As of our 2026-08-07 data, Dark Sandslash from Team Rocket Returns is worth about $85.00 (TCGplayer US market) and around €6.07 (Cardmarket EU). Prices move constantly — check the live links before buying or selling.
Is Dark Sandslash rare?
Its rarity is listed as Rare and it ranks #47 of 111 by value in Team Rocket Returns. Rarity is the printed classification — it does not by itself guarantee value.
What's the most valuable card in Team Rocket Returns?
By current US market price, it's Mudkip ★ at $4,000.
Is Dark Sandslash's price going up or down?
On the Cardmarket (EU) trend it's +10% over 7 days, +9% over 30 days. That's an early momentum signal, not a guarantee — collectible prices are volatile and can reverse quickly.
Where can I check Dark Sandslash's live price?
See the current TCGplayer (US) market price here: Dark Sandslash on TCGplayer ↗.
How can I tell if a Dark Sandslash is fake?
Because it trades at $85.00, Dark Sandslash is a counterfeit target. The fast checks: the light test (real cards have an opaque middle layer), print texture under magnification, and font/symbol accuracy — full checklist in the Authenticity section above. And sanity-check the price: a copy offered far below $85.00 is the classic fake/bait pattern — check any asking price here.
Related cards
Near it by value in Team Rocket Returns
Where to buy / check live price
Prices datamined 2026-08-07. The 7/30-day trend is Cardmarket (EU) — an early momentum signal, not a guarantee.