Black Ward
Black Ward is a Uncommon Enchantment — Aura from 30th Anniversary Edition (5) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {W}. Color identity: W. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $3.17 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Black Ward suits collectors and players working on 30th Anniversary Edition who need the Uncommon slot. Legal in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker. Confirm the exact printing and language before buying for a deck list.
What is Black Ward from 30th Anniversary Edition?
Black Ward is a Enchantment — Aura in 30th Anniversary Edition numbered 5. Mana cost {W}. Color identity: W. Black Ward (5) is a format-relevant Enchantment — Aura in 30th Anniversary Edition with legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
What is Black Ward worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $3.17 for Black Ward. Low and high spread runs $3.17 to null. This printing is from 30th Anniversary Edition. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2022.
| Set | 30th Anniversary Edition |
|---|---|
| Number | 5 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $3.17 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
| Normal | $3.17 |
Card stats
| Colors | W |
|---|
How collectible is Black Ward?
Black Ward is a Uncommon printing in 30th Anniversary Edition. Commander demand can sustain prices even when Standard supply is deep. This printing is from 30th Anniversary Edition. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
What are the key details for Black Ward?
Black Ward lists as Enchantment — Aura with keywords Enchant. Artist: Dan Frazier. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from 30th Anniversary Edition. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Black Ward (5) is a format-relevant Enchantment — Aura in 30th Anniversary Edition with legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
Pros
- Black Ward is catalogued as Uncommon Enchantment — Aura in 30th Anniversary Edition, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $3.17.
- Mana cost {W} and type line Enchantment — Aura 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 $3.17 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Black Ward from 30th Anniversary Edition?
Black Ward is a Uncommon Enchantment — Aura from 30th Anniversary Edition numbered 5 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Black Ward worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $3.17 for ungraded Black Ward. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Black Ward?
Black Ward is catalogued as Uncommon in 30th Anniversary Edition. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Black Ward legal in Commander or Standard?
Black Ward shows format legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Black Ward near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $3.17. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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