Index
Index is a Common Sorcery from Ninth Edition (S5) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.14 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Index suits collectors and players working on Ninth Edition who need the Common slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-mint condition.
What is Index from Ninth Edition?
Index is a Sorcery in Ninth Edition numbered S5. Mana cost {U}. Color identity: U. Index (S5) from Ninth Edition should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Ninth Edition. Collector number S5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Index worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.14 for Index. Low and high spread runs $0.14 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.47; Normal: $0.14. This printing is from Ninth Edition. Collector number S5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
| Set | Ninth Edition |
|---|---|
| Number | S5 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.14 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.47 |
| cardmarket | $0.47 |
| Normal | $0.14 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Index?
Index is a Common printing in Ninth Edition. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Ninth Edition. Collector number S5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
What are the key details for Index?
Index lists as Sorcery. Artist: Kev Walker. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Ninth Edition. Collector number S5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 2005.
Cactaur's take
Index (S5) from Ninth Edition should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Index is catalogued as Common Sorcery in Ninth Edition, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.14 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.47; Normal: $0.14).
- Mana cost {U} and type line Sorcery 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: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Index from Ninth Edition?
Index is a Common Sorcery from Ninth Edition numbered S5 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Index worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.14 for ungraded Index. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Index?
Index is catalogued as Common in Ninth Edition. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Index legal in Commander or Standard?
Index shows format legality in modern, legacy, pauper, vintage based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Index near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.14. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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