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Alolan Sandslash - SM Black Star Promos (#SM127)
- Number
- SM127
- Illustrator
- kirisAki
- Energy
- Metal
This Pokémon's steel spikes are sheathed in ice. Stabs from these spikes cause deep wounds and severe frostbite as well.
Alolan Sandslash - SM Black Star Promos
Alolan Sandslash is a Promo Pokémon card from the SM Black Star Promos Pokémon TCG set, released 2017, illustrated by kirisAki. It sits at card number SM127 in the SM Black Star Promos checklist, classified as a Metal-type Pokémon with 120 HP and the Stage 1 subtype.
In collector terms, this is a promotional print, distributed through events, tins, or retailer exclusives rather than standard booster packs. Current TCGplayer market price tops out at $3.13 across 2 printed variants (Normal, Holofoil, Reverse Holo, etc.), with every variant's low / mid / high and direct prices listed below.
Alolan Sandslash has been printed 5 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#SM127 in SM Black Star Promos) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 79Strong
Strong market heat, grading upside. Weak icon status.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
PSA 10 premium over raw NM.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Prices USD 2 days ago · 2026-06-09 08:06 UTC
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Sale History 82 sales · since 2022-07-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAW | $1.63 | ||
| PSA 9 | $7.19 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $8.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $37.05 | ||
| RAW | $1.76 | ||
| PSA 9 | $7.19 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $8.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $37.38 | ||
| RAW | $1.74 | ||
| PSA 9 | $7.19 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $8.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $36.45 | ||
| RAW | $1.26 | ||
| PSA 9 | $7.19 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $8.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.59 | ||
| RAW | $1.76 | ||
| PSA 9 | $7.19 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $8.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $37.17 | ||
| RAW | $1.28 | ||
| PSA 9 | $7.19 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $8.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.53 | ||
| RAW | $1.35 | ||
| PSA 9 | $7.19 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $8.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.53 | ||
| RAW | $1.40 | ||
| PSA 9 | $7.19 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $8.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.65 | ||
| RAW | $1.30 | ||
| PSA 9 | $7.19 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $8.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.27 | ||
| RAW | $1.20 | ||
| PSA 9 | $7.19 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $8.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $36.27 | ||
| RAW | $1.49 | ||
| PSA 9 | $7.19 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $8.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $36.31 | ||
| RAW | $1.35 | ||
| PSA 9 | $11.97 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $13.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.60 | ||
| RAW | $1.27 | ||
| PSA 9 | $11.89 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $13.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.47 | ||
| RAW | $1.40 | ||
| PSA 9 | $11.84 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $13.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.42 | ||
| RAW | $1.29 | ||
| PSA 9 | $11.83 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $13.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.46 | ||
| RAW | $1.26 | ||
| PSA 9 | $11.83 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.55 | ||
| RAW | $1.27 | ||
| PSA 9 | $11.82 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.64 | ||
| RAW | $1.04 | ||
| PSA 9 | $11.44 | ||
| PSA 10 | $34.52 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| PSA 9 | $11.59 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.10 | ||
| RAW | $1.54 | ||
| RAW | $1.22 | ||
| RAW | $1.21 | ||
| RAW | $1.38 | ||
| RAW | $1.98 | ||
| RAW | $1.39 | ||
| RAW | $1.14 | ||
| RAW | $1.54 | ||
| RAW | $1.19 | ||
| RAW | $2.00 |
Other printings of Alolan Sandslash
Alolan Sandslash FAQ
Click any question to expand. Every answer pulls from this card's live Catchinary data.
How much is Alolan Sandslash from SM Black Star Promos worth?
Recent recorded market price is $3.13 (latest tracked snapshot 2026-06-10) across 2 variants. See the variant breakdown above for per-variant low / mid / high / market spread and the market price history chart for the long-term arc. Graded estimates (PSA 10, PSA 9, CGC Perfect) are shown when auction data is available.
How rare is Alolan Sandslash?
This printing is a promotional print, distributed through events, tins, or retailer exclusives rather than standard booster packs (the card is labeled "Promo" on the checklist). Alolan Sandslash has been printed 5 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Alolan Sandslash?
kirisAki illustrated this card. See kirisAki's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.
When was Alolan Sandslash released?
The SM Black Star Promos set released in 2017, so this card (#SM127 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Alolan Sandslash?
The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.
Is this card in Standard format?
Legal formats rotate as new sets release - see the SM Black Star Promos set page for current Standard / Expanded / Unlimited status. Catchinary tracks 0 cards across every English-language set, so if this one has rotated out there's almost certainly a current-format reprint you can check.