Artifact Mutation
Artifact Mutation is a Rare Instant from Invasion (231) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {R}{G}. Color identity: G, R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $45.63 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Artifact Mutation suits collectors and players working on Invasion who need the Rare slot. Treat $45.63 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Artifact Mutation from Invasion?
Artifact Mutation is a Instant in Invasion numbered 231. Mana cost {R}{G}. Color identity: G, R. Artifact Mutation (231) is a chase-tier Rare Instant in Invasion. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Invasion.
What is Artifact Mutation worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $45.63 for Artifact Mutation. Low and high spread runs $45.63 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $1.90; foil: $45.63; Normal: $2.52. This printing is from Invasion. Collector number 231 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Invasion |
|---|---|
| Number | 231 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $45.63 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.90 |
| cardmarket | $1.90 |
| foil | $45.63 |
| Normal | $2.52 |
Card stats
| Colors | G, R |
|---|
How collectible is Artifact Mutation?
Artifact Mutation 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 231 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Artifact Mutation?
Artifact Mutation lists as Instant. Artist: Greg Staples. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Invasion. Collector number 231 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2000.
Cactaur's take
Artifact Mutation (231) is a chase-tier Rare Instant in Invasion. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Artifact Mutation is catalogued as Rare Instant in Invasion, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $45.63 across finishes (cardmarket: $1.90; foil: $45.63; Normal: $2.52).
- Mana cost {R}{G} 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 $45.63 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Artifact Mutation from Invasion?
Artifact Mutation is a Rare Instant from Invasion numbered 231 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Artifact Mutation worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $45.63 for ungraded Artifact Mutation. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Artifact Mutation?
Artifact Mutation is catalogued as Rare in Invasion. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Artifact Mutation legal in Commander or Standard?
Artifact Mutation 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 Artifact Mutation trade at a premium?
Artifact Mutation 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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