Counterspell
Counterspell is a Uncommon Instant from Fourth Edition (65) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {U}{U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $2.59 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Counterspell suits collectors and players working on Fourth Edition who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish and confirm the Scryfall collector number before buying online.
What is Counterspell from Fourth Edition?
Counterspell is a Instant in Fourth Edition numbered 65. Mana cost {U}{U}. Color identity: U. Counterspell (65) from Fourth Edition should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Fourth Edition. Collector number 65 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Counterspell worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $2.59 for Counterspell. Low and high spread runs $2.59 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $3.26; Normal: $2.59. This printing is from Fourth Edition. Collector number 65 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
| Set | Fourth Edition |
|---|---|
| Number | 65 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $2.59 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.26 |
| cardmarket | $3.26 |
| Normal | $2.59 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Counterspell?
Counterspell is a Uncommon printing in Fourth Edition. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Fourth Edition. Collector number 65 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
What are the key details for Counterspell?
Counterspell lists as Instant. Artist: Mark Poole. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Fourth Edition. Collector number 65 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 1995.
Cactaur's take
Counterspell (65) from Fourth Edition should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Counterspell is catalogued as Uncommon Instant in Fourth Edition, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $2.59 across finishes (cardmarket: $3.26; Normal: $2.59).
- Mana cost {U}{U} and type line Instant 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 $2.59 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Counterspell from Fourth Edition?
Counterspell is a Uncommon Instant from Fourth Edition numbered 65 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Counterspell worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $2.59 for ungraded Counterspell. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Counterspell?
Counterspell is catalogued as Uncommon in Fourth Edition. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Counterspell legal in Commander or Standard?
Counterspell shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, modern based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Counterspell near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $2.59. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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