2022 Pokemon Sword & Shield: Astral Radiance Radiant Heatran #027/189
Heatran (Shiny) · The Pokemon Company / Nintendo · Radiant Rare / Reverse Holo Etched
Player
Heatran (Shiny)
Set
Sword & Shield: Astral Radiance
Year
2022
Card #
027/189
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy on the right border. Top and bottom alignment looks good. Corners and edges seem sharp based on the photo, but surface scratches are common inside binder sleeves.
Category
Radiant Rare / Reverse Holo Etched
Manufacturer
The Pokemon Company / Nintendo
Demand Level
Moderate to Low. While Radiant cards are popular for 'Shiny' collectors, Heatran is a high-print-run card from a widely available modern set and is not currently a top-tier competitive card.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-45
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.65 to $1.25. PSA 10 copies have recently sold in the $35-42 range.
Description
A beautiful Radiant Heatran card from the Astral Radiance expansion. This card features the Shiny version of Heatran with a unique cross-hatch holofoil etching that extends over the character and the card body. It is a Basic Fire-type Pokemon with the Raging Blast attack.
Key Features
Features the 'Radiant' card mechanic where only one can be in a deck; distinctive textured 'cross-hatch' foil pattern; represents a Shiny Pokemon; collectible subset within the Astral Radiance era.
Authenticity Indicators
High Confidence. The specific cross-hatch texture pattern visible on the card body and the correct Astral Radiance set symbol (three-pronged spark) are present. Font and color saturation match genuine 2022 printings.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-heavy centering on the front. Potential for light surface scuffing from being stored in a plastic binder sleeve without a penny sleeve first.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best for TCGPlayer, eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' or as part of a lot), or local card shop trade-ins. Due to lower value, it is often sold in 'bundles' or 'lots' of Radiant cards.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a PSA 10, as the grading fee will likely exceed the card's value. Use a penny sleeve and a top loader for shipping. List as 'Astral Radiance Radiant Heatran LP/NM' for best results.