Piers – Astral Radiance Trainer Gallery (#TG28)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Piers (#TG28) is a Rare Ultra card from Sword & Shield - Astral Radiance Trainer Gallery released in 2022. It showcases artwork by GOSSAN. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.37, Cardmarket average sale is €3.27, Floor listings start near €2.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.37
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.90
- Recent low listing: €2.00
Card Details
- Set
- Astral Radiance Trainer Gallery
- Card Number
- TG28
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 GOSSAN
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Piers from Astral Radiance Trainer Gallery (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator GOSSAN.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Piers TG28 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Piers Cards
Looking for other Piers cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astral Radiance Trainer Gallery #TG28 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Rare Ultra | $2.37 |
�📦 Astral Radiance Trainer Gallery Set Context
This Piers is part of the Astral Radiance Trainer Gallery expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by GOSSAN, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Piers card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Ultra cards from Astral Radiance Trainer Gallery are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by GOSSAN resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Piers TG28 was released in 2022 in the Astral Radiance Trainer Gallery expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by GOSSAN. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Piers is among the premium chase cards from Astral Radiance Trainer Gallery. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Astral Radiance Trainer Gallery represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Piers card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Draw support & consistency cards