Snom – Shining Fates Shiny Vault (#SV033)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Snom (#SV033) is a Rare Shiny card from Sword & Shield - Shining Fates Shiny Vault released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Yumi and the Call for Family attack, Search your deck for a Basic Pokémon and put it onto your Bench. Then, shuffle your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.71, Cardmarket average sale is €1.69, Floor listings start near €0.95.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.71
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.80
- Recent low listing: €0.95
Card Details
- Set
- Shining Fates Shiny Vault
- Card Number
- SV033
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Shiny
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yumi
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Frosmoth
Attacks & Strategy
-
Call for Family
[Water]
Search your deck for a Basic Pokémon and put it onto your Bench. Then, shuffle your deck.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Snom from Shining Fates Shiny Vault (Rare Shiny) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yumi.
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 Snom SV033 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Snom's Call for Family for Water energy. Special effect: Search your deck for a Basic Pokémon and put it onto your Bench. Then, shuffle your deck.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Snom Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shining Fates Shiny Vault #SV033 ← Current | 50 | 1 attack | Rare Shiny | $1.71 |
�📦 Shining Fates Shiny Vault Set Context
This Snom is part of the Shining Fates Shiny Vault expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yumi, 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 Snom card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent 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 Shiny cards from Shining Fates Shiny Vault are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yumi resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Snom SV033 was released in 2021 in the Shining Fates Shiny Vault 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 Yumi. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Shining Fates Shiny Vault represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Snom have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Snom card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Snom works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.