Balance
Balance is a Rare Sorcery from Intl. Collectors' Edition (3) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {1}{W}. Color identity: W. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $26.99 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Balance suits collectors and players working on Intl. Collectors' Edition who need the Rare slot. Treat $26.99 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Balance from Intl. Collectors' Edition?
Balance is a Sorcery in Intl. Collectors' Edition numbered 3. Mana cost {1}{W}. Color identity: W. Balance (3) is a chase-tier Rare Sorcery in Intl. Collectors' Edition. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Intl. Collectors' Edition.
What is Balance worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $26.99 for Balance. Low and high spread runs $26.99 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $13.55; Normal: $26.99. This printing is from Intl. Collectors' Edition. Collector number 3 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Intl. Collectors' Edition |
|---|---|
| Number | 3 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $26.99 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €13.55 |
| cardmarket | $13.55 |
| Normal | $26.99 |
Card stats
| Colors | W |
|---|
How collectible is Balance?
Balance is a Rare printing in Intl. Collectors' Edition. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Intl. Collectors' Edition. Collector number 3 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Balance?
Balance lists as Sorcery. Artist: Mark Poole. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Intl. Collectors' Edition. Collector number 3 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 1993.
Cactaur's take
Balance (3) is a chase-tier Rare Sorcery in Intl. Collectors' Edition. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Balance is catalogued as Rare Sorcery in Intl. Collectors' Edition, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $26.99 across finishes (cardmarket: $13.55; Normal: $26.99).
- Mana cost {1}{W} 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: Use $26.99 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Balance from Intl. Collectors' Edition?
Balance is a Rare Sorcery from Intl. Collectors' Edition numbered 3 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Balance worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $26.99 for ungraded Balance. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Balance?
Balance is catalogued as Rare in Intl. Collectors' Edition. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
How do I verify the correct Balance printing?
Match set code cei, collector number 3, and finish treatment. Scryfall-backed metadata on this page is the reference Cactaur uses for catalog keys. This printing is from Intl. Collectors' Edition.
Why does Balance trade at a premium?
Balance combines Rare scarcity with art, finish, and format demand. Chase slots often move on reprint rumors, tournament results, and condition-sensitive buyer interest. This printing is from Intl. Collectors' Edition.
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