Stroke of Genius
Stroke of Genius is a Rare Instant from Judge Gift Cards 1998 (2) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {X}{2}{U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $48.92 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Stroke of Genius suits collectors and players working on Judge Gift Cards 1998 who need the Rare slot. Treat $48.92 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Stroke of Genius from Judge Gift Cards 1998?
Stroke of Genius is a Instant in Judge Gift Cards 1998 numbered 2. Mana cost {X}{2}{U}. Color identity: U. Stroke of Genius (2) is a chase-tier Rare Instant in Judge Gift Cards 1998. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Stroke of Genius worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $48.92 for Stroke of Genius. Low and high spread runs $48.92 to null. This printing is from Judge Gift Cards 1998. Collector number 2 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
| Set | Judge Gift Cards 1998 |
|---|---|
| Number | 2 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $48.92 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
| foil | $48.92 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Stroke of Genius?
Stroke of Genius is a Rare printing in Judge Gift Cards 1998. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Judge Gift Cards 1998. Collector number 2 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Stroke of Genius?
Stroke of Genius lists as Instant. Artist: Stephen Daniele. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Judge Gift Cards 1998. Collector number 2 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
Cactaur's take
Stroke of Genius (2) is a chase-tier Rare Instant in Judge Gift Cards 1998. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Stroke of Genius is catalogued as Rare Instant in Judge Gift Cards 1998, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $48.92.
- Mana cost {X}{2}{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 $48.92 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Stroke of Genius from Judge Gift Cards 1998?
Stroke of Genius is a Rare Instant from Judge Gift Cards 1998 numbered 2 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Stroke of Genius worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $48.92 for ungraded Stroke of Genius. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Stroke of Genius?
Stroke of Genius is catalogued as Rare in Judge Gift Cards 1998. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Stroke of Genius legal in Commander or Standard?
Stroke of Genius 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 Stroke of Genius trade at a premium?
Stroke of Genius combines Rare scarcity with art, finish, and format demand. Chase slots often move on reprint rumors, tournament results, and condition-sensitive buyer interest.
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