Black Lotus
Black Lotus is a Rare Artifact from 30th Anniversary Edition (228) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {0}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $3299.99 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Black Lotus suits collectors and players working on 30th Anniversary Edition who need the Rare slot. Treat $3299.99 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Black Lotus from 30th Anniversary Edition?
Black Lotus is a Artifact in 30th Anniversary Edition numbered 228. Mana cost {0}. Black Lotus (228) is a chase-tier Rare Artifact in 30th Anniversary Edition. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from 30th Anniversary Edition.
What is Black Lotus worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $3299.99 for Black Lotus. Low and high spread runs $3299.99 to null. This printing is from 30th Anniversary Edition. Collector number 228 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2022.
| Set | 30th Anniversary Edition |
|---|---|
| Number | 228 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $3299.99 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
| Normal | $3299.99 |
How collectible is Black Lotus?
Black Lotus is a Rare printing in 30th Anniversary Edition. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from 30th Anniversary Edition. Collector number 228 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Black Lotus?
Black Lotus lists as Artifact. Artist: Christopher Rush. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from 30th Anniversary Edition. Collector number 228 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
Cactaur's take
Black Lotus (228) is a chase-tier Rare Artifact in 30th Anniversary Edition. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Black Lotus is catalogued as Rare Artifact in 30th Anniversary Edition, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $3299.99.
- Mana cost {0} 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 $3299.99 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Black Lotus from 30th Anniversary Edition?
Black Lotus is a Rare Artifact from 30th Anniversary Edition numbered 228 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Black Lotus worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $3299.99 for ungraded Black Lotus. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Black Lotus?
Black Lotus is catalogued as Rare in 30th Anniversary Edition. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
How do I verify the correct Black Lotus printing?
Match set code 30a, collector number 228, and finish treatment. Scryfall-backed metadata on this page is the reference Cactaur uses for catalog keys. This printing is from 30th Anniversary Edition.
Why does Black Lotus trade at a premium?
Black Lotus combines Rare 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 30th Anniversary Edition.
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