Astrolabe
Astrolabe is a Common Artifact from Alliances (118a) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {3}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.16 for ungraded copies.
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Who is this card for?
Astrolabe suits collectors and players working on Alliances 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 Astrolabe from Alliances?
Astrolabe is a Artifact in Alliances numbered 118a. Mana cost {3}. Astrolabe (118a) from Alliances should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Alliances. Collector number 118a distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Astrolabe worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.16 for Astrolabe. Low and high spread runs $0.16 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.07; Normal: $0.16. This printing is from Alliances. Collector number 118a distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
| Set | Alliances |
|---|---|
| Number | 118a |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.16 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.07 |
| cardmarket | $0.07 |
| Normal | $0.16 |
How collectible is Astrolabe?
Astrolabe is a Common printing in Alliances. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Alliances. Collector number 118a distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 1996.
What are the key details for Astrolabe?
Astrolabe lists as Artifact. Artist: Amy Weber. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Alliances. Collector number 118a distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 1996.
Cactaur's take
Astrolabe (118a) from Alliances should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Astrolabe is catalogued as Common Artifact in Alliances, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.16 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.07; Normal: $0.16).
- Mana cost {3} 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: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Astrolabe from Alliances?
Astrolabe is a Common Artifact from Alliances numbered 118a in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Astrolabe worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.16 for ungraded Astrolabe. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Astrolabe?
Astrolabe is catalogued as Common in Alliances. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing. This printing is from Alliances.
Is Astrolabe legal in Commander or Standard?
Astrolabe shows format legality in legacy, pauper, vintage, penny based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Astrolabe near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.16. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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