Counterspell
Counterspell is a Rare Instant from Friday Night Magic 2005 (11) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {U}{U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $29.83 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Counterspell suits collectors and players working on Friday Night Magic 2005 who need the Rare slot. Treat $29.83 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Counterspell from Friday Night Magic 2005?
Counterspell is a Instant in Friday Night Magic 2005 numbered 11. Mana cost {U}{U}. Color identity: U. Counterspell (11) is a chase-tier Rare Instant in Friday Night Magic 2005. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Counterspell worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $29.83 for Counterspell. Low and high spread runs $29.83 to null. This printing is from Friday Night Magic 2005. Collector number 11 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2005.
| Set | Friday Night Magic 2005 |
|---|---|
| Number | 11 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $29.83 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
| foil | $29.83 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Counterspell?
Counterspell is a Rare printing in Friday Night Magic 2005. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Friday Night Magic 2005. Collector number 11 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Counterspell?
Counterspell lists as Instant. Artist: Mark Poole. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Friday Night Magic 2005. Collector number 11 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
Cactaur's take
Counterspell (11) is a chase-tier Rare Instant in Friday Night Magic 2005. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Counterspell is catalogued as Rare Instant in Friday Night Magic 2005, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $29.83.
- Mana cost {U}{U} and type line Instant 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 $29.83 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Counterspell from Friday Night Magic 2005?
Counterspell is a Rare Instant from Friday Night Magic 2005 numbered 11 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Counterspell worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $29.83 for ungraded Counterspell. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Counterspell?
Counterspell is catalogued as Rare in Friday Night Magic 2005. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Counterspell legal in Commander or Standard?
Counterspell shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, modern based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Counterspell trade at a premium?
Counterspell 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 Friday Night Magic 2005.
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