Spearow [Reverse Holo] - Pokemon Sandstorm #81
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Spearow [Reverse Holo] Card Facts & History
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Card History
Spearow #81 is part of EX Sandstorm, the second main expansion of the EX Series, and this reverse holo version taps into one of the defining collector quirks of the era: even commons in the English set were available as Reverse Holos.
Set Lore
EX Sandstorm released in English on September 18, 2003, making this Spearow a snapshot of the early ex-era moment when Pokémon-e cards and reverse holos gave even low-rarity pulls a premium feel.
Card History
Spearow carries extra nostalgia because a wild Spearow is the Pokémon Ash angers in the very first anime episode, triggering the iconic chase that helps define his bond with Pikachu from the start.
In-Game
For Game Boy veterans, Spearow is one of the memorable early-route Kanto birds, appearing on Route 22 in the original games near the first rival battle, which gives this card a strong old-school adventure vibe.
Artist
This card was illustrated by Aya Kusube, a longtime Pokémon TCG artist whose work dates back to the Neo era, giving this humble Spearow the touch of an illustrator with deep roots in the game’s history.
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About Spearow [Reverse Holo] (Pokemon Sandstorm #81)
Spearow [Reverse Holo] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Sandstorm set, card number 81. This card has a Common rarity, is printed in English, belongs to the EX Series era, and was released in 2003. The current market price is $5.80, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
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Over the last 90 days, the Raw NM market price has ranged from $5.80 to $6.28, with a median of $5.82.
Card details
- Card Number
- #81
- Rarity
- Common
- Release Year
- 2003
- Language
- English
- Era
- EX Series
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Spearow [Reverse Holo] from Pokemon Sandstorm #81?
The current market price of Spearow [Reverse Holo] is $5.80. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Spearow [Reverse Holo] from?
Spearow [Reverse Holo] is from the Pokemon Sandstorm set, card number 81, released in 2003.
Is Spearow [Reverse Holo] worth grading?
Whether Spearow [Reverse Holo] is worth grading depends on its condition and the graded population for the card. Higher grades command larger premiums, so review recent graded sales and use Double Holo's Grading ROI tools to weigh the cost of grading against the expected graded value before submitting.
How can I buy or sell Spearow [Reverse Holo]?
You can buy or sell Spearow [Reverse Holo] on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.
Approximately 100 PSA graded copies tracked.
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