Tectonic Instability
Tectonic Instability is a Rare Enchantment from Invasion (173) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {2}{R}. Color identity: R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $25.75 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Tectonic Instability suits collectors and players working on Invasion who need the Rare slot. Treat $25.75 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Tectonic Instability from Invasion?
Tectonic Instability is a Enchantment in Invasion numbered 173. Mana cost {2}{R}. Color identity: R. Tectonic Instability (173) is a chase-tier Rare Enchantment in Invasion. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Invasion.
What is Tectonic Instability worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $25.75 for Tectonic Instability. Low and high spread runs $25.75 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $2.30; foil: $25.75; Normal: $3.89. This printing is from Invasion. Collector number 173 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Invasion |
|---|---|
| Number | 173 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $25.75 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.30 |
| cardmarket | $2.30 |
| foil | $25.75 |
| Normal | $3.89 |
Card stats
| Colors | R |
|---|
How collectible is Tectonic Instability?
Tectonic Instability is a Rare printing in Invasion. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Invasion. Collector number 173 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Tectonic Instability?
Tectonic Instability lists as Enchantment. Artist: Rob Alexander. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Invasion. Collector number 173 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2000.
Cactaur's take
Tectonic Instability (173) is a chase-tier Rare Enchantment in Invasion. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Tectonic Instability is catalogued as Rare Enchantment in Invasion, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $25.75 across finishes (cardmarket: $2.30; foil: $25.75; Normal: $3.89).
- Mana cost {2}{R} 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 $25.75 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Tectonic Instability from Invasion?
Tectonic Instability is a Rare Enchantment from Invasion numbered 173 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Tectonic Instability worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $25.75 for ungraded Tectonic Instability. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Tectonic Instability?
Tectonic Instability is catalogued as Rare in Invasion. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Tectonic Instability legal in Commander or Standard?
Tectonic Instability shows format legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Tectonic Instability trade at a premium?
Tectonic Instability 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 Invasion.
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