Aether Vial
Aether Vial is a Uncommon Artifact from Darksteel (91) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {1}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $34.58 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Aether Vial suits collectors and players working on Darksteel who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $34.58 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Aether Vial from Darksteel?
Aether Vial is a Artifact in Darksteel numbered 91. Mana cost {1}. Aether Vial (91) is a chase-tier Uncommon Artifact in Darksteel. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Darksteel. Collector number 91 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Aether Vial worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $34.58 for Aether Vial. Low and high spread runs $34.58 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $3.28; foil: $34.58; Normal: $4.63. This printing is from Darksteel. Collector number 91 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Darksteel |
|---|---|
| Number | 91 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $34.58 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.28 |
| cardmarket | $3.28 |
| foil | $34.58 |
| Normal | $4.63 |
How collectible is Aether Vial?
Aether Vial is a Uncommon printing in Darksteel. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Darksteel. Collector number 91 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Aether Vial?
Aether Vial lists as Artifact. Artist: Greg Hildebrandt. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Darksteel. Collector number 91 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2004.
Cactaur's take
Aether Vial (91) is a chase-tier Uncommon Artifact in Darksteel. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Aether Vial is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact in Darksteel, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $34.58 across finishes (cardmarket: $3.28; foil: $34.58; Normal: $4.63).
- Mana cost {1} 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: Use $34.58 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Aether Vial from Darksteel?
Aether Vial is a Uncommon Artifact from Darksteel numbered 91 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Aether Vial worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $34.58 for ungraded Aether Vial. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Aether Vial?
Aether Vial is catalogued as Uncommon in Darksteel. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Aether Vial legal in Commander or Standard?
Aether Vial 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 Aether Vial trade at a premium?
Aether Vial 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 Darksteel.
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