Etched Oracle
Etched Oracle is a Uncommon Artifact Creature — Wizard from Commander 2016 (252) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {4}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.11 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Etched Oracle suits collectors and players working on Commander 2016 who need the Uncommon 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 Etched Oracle from Commander 2016?
Etched Oracle is a Artifact Creature — Wizard in Commander 2016 numbered 252. Mana cost {4}. Etched Oracle (252) from Commander 2016 should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Commander 2016. Collector number 252 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Etched Oracle worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.11 for Etched Oracle. Low and high spread runs $0.11 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.20; Normal: $0.11. This printing is from Commander 2016. Collector number 252 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Commander 2016 |
|---|---|
| Number | 252 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.11 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.20 |
| cardmarket | $0.20 |
| Normal | $0.11 |
Card stats
| Power | 0 |
|---|
How collectible is Etched Oracle?
Etched Oracle is a Uncommon printing in Commander 2016. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Commander 2016. Collector number 252 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
What are the key details for Etched Oracle?
Etched Oracle lists as Artifact Creature — Wizard with keywords Sunburst. Artist: Matt Cavotta. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Commander 2016. Collector number 252 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Etched Oracle (252) from Commander 2016 should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Etched Oracle is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact Creature — Wizard in Commander 2016, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.11 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.20; Normal: $0.11).
- Mana cost {4} and type line Artifact Creature — Wizard 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 Etched Oracle from Commander 2016?
Etched Oracle is a Uncommon Artifact Creature — Wizard from Commander 2016 numbered 252 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Etched Oracle worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.11 for ungraded Etched Oracle. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Etched Oracle?
Etched Oracle is catalogued as Uncommon in Commander 2016. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Etched Oracle legal in Commander or Standard?
Etched Oracle shows format legality in modern, legacy, 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 Etched Oracle near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.11. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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