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Sandshrew 79/123

Name: Sandshrew #79 - HeartGold & SoulSilver | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: hgss1-79
Price: 0.51 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: HeartGold & SoulSilver Base Released: Feb 10, 2010

Pokémon

Fighting Type Common Pull Rate: 1 in 6.9 packs (14.5%) Evolves To: Sandslash

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0.51

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA9	28.00	—	x1.1

About Sandshrew

Disliking water, it lives in deep burrows in arid areas. It can roll itself instantly into a ball.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Sandshrew
National Pokédex #27
Card Number 79/123
Card RarityCommon
IllustratorYukiko Baba
Release Date10/02/2010
SeriesHeartGold & SoulSilver
Expansion HeartGold & SoulSilver Base
Evolves To
Sandslash
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Fighting
Health Points60 HP
Weakness Water ×2
Resistance Lightning -20
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Defense Curl
Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to Sandshrew by attacks during your opponent's next turn.
Rollout10

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts a curled Sandshrew nestled in a vibrant, rocky burrow surrounded by greenery, blending warmly with the natural environment as it readies itself in a defensive, protective stance.

Playability Overview

Sandshrew offers a mix of low-damage offense and chance-based defense, making it a useful early-game Pokémon to absorb hits and stall while setting up stronger attackers.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Desert HideawayThis Sandshrew has such a charming, earthy vibe with its curled-up pose and sandy palette. It feels like it belongs in a "Desert Life" section, surrounded by cards featuring other Ground types or Pokémon that thrive in arid environments. Pair it with a few cacti or even a Trapinch for that perfect desert ambiance.Additional Binder Suggestions: Desert / Playful / Warm Tones / Burrowing / Nature's Resilience