Desertion
Desertion is a Rare Instant from Classic Sixth Edition (64) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {3}{U}{U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $2.27 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Desertion suits collectors and players working on Classic Sixth Edition who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish and confirm the Scryfall collector number before buying online.
What is Desertion from Classic Sixth Edition?
Desertion is a Instant in Classic Sixth Edition numbered 64. Mana cost {3}{U}{U}. Color identity: U. Desertion (64) from Classic Sixth Edition should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Classic Sixth Edition.
What is Desertion worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $2.27 for Desertion. Low and high spread runs $2.27 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $1.73; Normal: $2.27. This printing is from Classic Sixth Edition. Collector number 64 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Classic Sixth Edition |
|---|---|
| Number | 64 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $2.27 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.73 |
| cardmarket | $1.73 |
| Normal | $2.27 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Desertion?
Desertion is a Rare printing in Classic Sixth Edition. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Classic Sixth Edition. Collector number 64 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
What are the key details for Desertion?
Desertion lists as Instant. Artist: Richard Kane Ferguson. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Classic Sixth Edition. Collector number 64 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
Cactaur's take
Desertion (64) from Classic Sixth Edition should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Desertion is catalogued as Rare Instant in Classic Sixth Edition, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $2.27 across finishes (cardmarket: $1.73; Normal: $2.27).
- Mana cost {3}{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 $2.27 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Desertion from Classic Sixth Edition?
Desertion is a Rare Instant from Classic Sixth Edition numbered 64 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Desertion worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $2.27 for ungraded Desertion. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Desertion?
Desertion is catalogued as Rare in Classic Sixth Edition. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Desertion legal in Commander or Standard?
Desertion shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, legacy based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Desertion near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $2.27. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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