Solgaleo – Sun & Moon (#89)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Solgaleo (#89) is a Rare Holo Gx card from Sun & Moon - Sun & Moon released in 2017. It showcases artwork by PLANETA and the Sunsteel Strike attack (230 damage), Discard all Energy from this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.59, Cardmarket average sale is €4.00, Floor listings start near €2.89.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.59
- Cardmarket trend price: €6.27
- Recent low listing: €2.89
Card Details
- Set
- Sun & Moon
- Card Number
- 89
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Gx
- Illustrator
- 🎨 PLANETA
- HP
- 250
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Ultra Road
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may switch your Active Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Sunsteel Strike
[Metal, Metal, Colorless]
— 230
Discard all Energy from this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (76.7 per energy). -
Sol Burst-GX
[Metal]
Search your deck for up to 5 Energy cards and attach them to your Pokémon in any way you like. Then, shuffle your deck. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Solgaleo from Sun & Moon (Rare Holo Gx) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator PLANETA.
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 Solgaleo 89 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Solgaleo's Sunsteel Strike deals 230 damage for Metal + Metal + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard all Energy from this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 250 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun & Moon #89 ← Current | 250 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Gx | $2.59 |
�📦 Sun & Moon Set Context
This Solgaleo is part of the Sun & Moon expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by PLANETA, 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 Solgaleo 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 Holo Gx cards from Sun & Moon are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by PLANETA resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Solgaleo 89 was released in 2017 in the Sun & Moon expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by PLANETA. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Sun & Moon represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Solgaleo with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Solgaleo 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Solgaleo works best in Metal type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.