History

Sableye is a Dark/Ghost-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III, while Tyranitar is a Rock/Dark-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II. This TAG TEAM card combines two popular Dark-type Pokémon and depicts them as a powerful 280-HP Pokémon-GX. The pairing emphasizes Tyranitar's destructive strength and Sableye's gemstone-themed identity.

First Printed: First released in the English Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion Sun & Moon—Unified Minds on August 2, 2019, as card 245/236. It was also issued in the Japanese equivalent expansion Remix Bout before the English release.

• It is a TAG TEAM Pokémon-GX card featuring Mega Sableye and Tyranitar despite Mega Sableye not being represented as a separate Pokémon-GX form in the card's name.
• The card is numbered 245/236, placing it in the secret rare portion of Unified Minds.
• Its Rainbow Rare treatment uses a multicolored textured foil pattern and is commonly described by marketplaces as a Hyper Rare or Rare Rainbow.
• The card has 280 HP and includes the GX attack Gigafall-GX.
• The card is part of the discontinued Sun & Moon-era TAG TEAM GX mechanic.

Print Data

Print Run: High

Collector's Notes

Condition Tips: Inspect the front and back under angled light for whitening, edge chipping, dents, scratches, print lines, roller marks, surface indentations, and uneven centering. Rainbow secret rares are especially sensitive to textured-surface wear and scratches that may not be obvious in flat lighting. Check the corners for whitening and the back border for silvering. Centering, clean texture, strong gloss, and absence of dents are particularly important for high-grade copies.

Storage: For raw cards, use an archival penny sleeve followed by a semi-rigid holder or a properly sized toploader. Store vertically in a cool, dry, temperature-stable area away from direct sunlight, humidity, heat, and pressure. Avoid loose storage, rubber bands, PVC holders, and overstuffed binders. For graded cards, use a protective slab sleeve and keep cases away from impact and prolonged UV exposure.

Authenticity: Verify the correct Unified Minds layout, card number 245/236, TAG TEAM GX design, Rainbow Rare texture, Pokémon copyright line, attack text, set symbol, and consistent holo pattern. Compare the card with high-resolution images from reputable databases. Counterfeits may have incorrect fonts, dull or overly glossy foil, flat texture, wrong colors, blurry fine print, unusual card thickness, incorrect light transmission, or poor-cut edges. For valuable copies, buy from established sellers and consider professional grading or authentication.

Notable Sales

• Reported PSA 10 sales included approximately $390, $416, and $440 in 2026.
• Reported PSA 9 sales included approximately $105 and $140 in 2026.
• A CGC 8.5 copy was reported at approximately $26, illustrating the significant premium for high-grade examples.

Investment Outlook

The card combines a recognizable TAG TEAM pairing, secret rare status, attractive Rainbow Rare artwork, a popular out-of-print expansion, and strong PSA 10 premiums. Its limitations are the relatively large modern-era supply, substantial price volatility, and the fact that Rainbow Rare cards generally receive less collector enthusiasm than alternate-art versions.

Rarity Analysis

• The card is numbered 245/236, above the regular set checklist.
• It is a textured Rainbow Rare secret card from an out-of-print expansion.
• The TAG TEAM GX era has a dedicated collector base.
• High-grade copies are scarcer than raw copies because textured surfaces and dark borders reveal handling damage.
• The card has one principal English Rainbow Rare printing rather than multiple English variants in the same set.

Comparable: Mega Sableye & Tyranitar-GX Alternate Full Art 226/236 from Unified Minds, Slowpoke & Psyduck-GX Rainbow Rare 217/236 from Unified Minds, Espeon & Deoxys-GX Rainbow Rare 241/236 from Unified Minds, Gengar & Mimikyu-GX Rainbow Rare 165/181 from Team Up, Reshiram & Charizard-GX Rainbow Rare 194/214 from Unbroken Bonds

Market Forecast

Recent raw market indicators have remained in roughly the $80-$90 range, while high-grade copies have shown stronger but volatile pricing. The card benefits from out-of-print supply and TAG TEAM nostalgia, but modern-era production volume and competition from the more desirable alternate-art version limit sustained rapid appreciation.

• Collector interest in Sun & Moon TAG TEAM GX cards
• Availability of Unified Minds product and remaining sealed inventory
• PSA 10 population and the premium for exceptionally centered copies
• Relative demand for the alternate-art Mega Sableye & Tyranitar-GX card
• Overall Pokémon market strength and grading activity
• Condition sensitivity caused by textured foil and visible edge whitening

Short-term (3-6mo): Over the next 3-6 months, prices are likely to remain broadly stable with fluctuations around current raw near-mint and graded market levels. PSA 10 copies may experience larger swings because of low transaction volume and auction timing.

Long-term (1-3yr): Over 1-3 years, the card has moderate-to-good appreciation potential, particularly in PSA 10 or exceptionally clean raw condition. A gradual rise is more likely than a rapid surge, although renewed TAG TEAM nostalgia, reduced supply, or a broader Pokémon collectibles cycle could produce stronger gains.