Counterbalance
Counterbalance is a Uncommon Enchantment from Coldsnap (31) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {U}{U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $92.00 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Counterbalance suits collectors and players working on Coldsnap who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $92.00 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Counterbalance from Coldsnap?
Counterbalance is a Enchantment in Coldsnap numbered 31. Mana cost {U}{U}. Color identity: U. Counterbalance (31) is a chase-tier Uncommon Enchantment in Coldsnap. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Coldsnap.
What is Counterbalance worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $92.00 for Counterbalance. Low and high spread runs $92.00 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $4.16; foil: $92.00; Normal: $6.07. This printing is from Coldsnap. Collector number 31 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Coldsnap |
|---|---|
| Number | 31 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $92.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €4.16 |
| cardmarket | $4.16 |
| foil | $92.00 |
| Normal | $6.07 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Counterbalance?
Counterbalance is a Uncommon printing in Coldsnap. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Coldsnap. Collector number 31 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
What are the key details for Counterbalance?
Counterbalance lists as Enchantment. Artist: John Zeleznik. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Coldsnap. Collector number 31 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2006.
Cactaur's take
Counterbalance (31) is a chase-tier Uncommon Enchantment in Coldsnap. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Counterbalance is catalogued as Uncommon Enchantment in Coldsnap, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $92.00 across finishes (cardmarket: $4.16; foil: $92.00; Normal: $6.07).
- Mana cost {U}{U} and type line Enchantment 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 $92.00 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Counterbalance from Coldsnap?
Counterbalance is a Uncommon Enchantment from Coldsnap numbered 31 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Counterbalance worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $92.00 for ungraded Counterbalance. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Counterbalance?
Counterbalance is catalogued as Uncommon in Coldsnap. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing. This printing is from Coldsnap.
Is Counterbalance legal in Commander or Standard?
Counterbalance shows format legality in modern, legacy, vintage, commander based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Counterbalance trade at a premium?
Counterbalance combines Uncommon 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 Coldsnap.
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