Unstable Obelisk
Commander 2017 · #229

Unstable Obelisk

Unstable Obelisk is a Uncommon Artifact from Commander 2017 (229) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {3}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.13 for ungraded copies.

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TCGPlayer market $0.13
Cardmarket trend €0.16
Rarity Uncommon
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Who is this card for?

Unstable Obelisk suits collectors and players working on Commander 2017 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 Unstable Obelisk from Commander 2017?

Unstable Obelisk is a Artifact in Commander 2017 numbered 229. Mana cost {3}. Unstable Obelisk (229) from Commander 2017 should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Commander 2017. Collector number 229 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What is Unstable Obelisk worth today?

Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.13 for Unstable Obelisk. Low and high spread runs $0.13 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.16; Normal: $0.13. This printing is from Commander 2017. Collector number 229 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

SetCommander 2017
Number229
RarityUncommon
TCGPlayer USD$0.13
Cardmarket EUR€0.16
cardmarket $0.16
Normal $0.13

How collectible is Unstable Obelisk?

Unstable Obelisk is a Uncommon printing in Commander 2017. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Commander 2017. Collector number 229 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.

What are the key details for Unstable Obelisk?

Unstable Obelisk lists as Artifact. Artist: William Wu. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Commander 2017. Collector number 229 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2017.

Cactaur's take

Unstable Obelisk (229) from Commander 2017 should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.

Pros

  • Unstable Obelisk is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact in Commander 2017, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a reference near $0.13 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.16; Normal: $0.13).
  • 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 Unstable Obelisk from Commander 2017?

Unstable Obelisk is a Uncommon Artifact from Commander 2017 numbered 229 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.

How much is Unstable Obelisk worth?

Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.13 for ungraded Unstable Obelisk. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.

What rarity is Unstable Obelisk?

Unstable Obelisk is catalogued as Uncommon in Commander 2017. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.

Is Unstable Obelisk legal in Commander or Standard?

Unstable Obelisk 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 Unstable Obelisk near mint or played?

Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.13. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-23. Last updated: 2026-06-23.