Icy Manipulator
Icy Manipulator is a Uncommon Artifact from Unlimited Edition (249) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {4}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $108.66 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Icy Manipulator suits collectors and players working on Unlimited Edition who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $108.66 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Icy Manipulator from Unlimited Edition?
Icy Manipulator is a Artifact in Unlimited Edition numbered 249. Mana cost {4}. Icy Manipulator (249) is a chase-tier Uncommon Artifact in Unlimited Edition. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Unlimited Edition.
What is Icy Manipulator worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $108.66 for Icy Manipulator. Low and high spread runs $108.66 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $73.51; Normal: $108.66. This printing is from Unlimited Edition. Collector number 249 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Unlimited Edition |
|---|---|
| Number | 249 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $108.66 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €73.51 |
| cardmarket | $73.51 |
| Normal | $108.66 |
How collectible is Icy Manipulator?
Icy Manipulator is a Uncommon printing in Unlimited Edition. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Unlimited Edition. Collector number 249 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Icy Manipulator?
Icy Manipulator lists as Artifact. Artist: Douglas Shuler. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Unlimited Edition. Collector number 249 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 1993.
Cactaur's take
Icy Manipulator (249) is a chase-tier Uncommon Artifact in Unlimited Edition. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Icy Manipulator is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact in Unlimited Edition, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $108.66 across finishes (cardmarket: $73.51; Normal: $108.66).
- Mana cost {4} and type line Artifact help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $108.66 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Icy Manipulator from Unlimited Edition?
Icy Manipulator is a Uncommon Artifact from Unlimited Edition numbered 249 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Icy Manipulator worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $108.66 for ungraded Icy Manipulator. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Icy Manipulator?
Icy Manipulator is catalogued as Uncommon in Unlimited Edition. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Icy Manipulator legal in Commander or Standard?
Icy Manipulator shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, pioneer based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Icy Manipulator trade at a premium?
Icy Manipulator combines Uncommon scarcity with art, finish, and format demand. Chase slots often move on reprint rumors, tournament results, and condition-sensitive buyer interest. This printing is from Unlimited Edition.
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