Unstable Obelisk
Unstable Obelisk is a Uncommon Artifact from Jumpstart (489) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {3}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.25 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Unstable Obelisk suits collectors and players working on Jumpstart who need the Uncommon slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-mint condition.
What is Unstable Obelisk from Jumpstart?
Unstable Obelisk is a Artifact in Jumpstart numbered 489. Mana cost {3}. Unstable Obelisk (489) from Jumpstart should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Jumpstart. Collector number 489 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Unstable Obelisk worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.25 for Unstable Obelisk. Low and high spread runs $0.25 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.08; Normal: $0.25. This printing is from Jumpstart. Collector number 489 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
| Set | Jumpstart |
|---|---|
| Number | 489 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.25 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.08 |
| cardmarket | $0.08 |
| Normal | $0.25 |
How collectible is Unstable Obelisk?
Unstable Obelisk is a Uncommon printing in Jumpstart. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Jumpstart. Collector number 489 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2020.
What are the key details for Unstable Obelisk?
Unstable Obelisk lists as Artifact. Artist: William Wu. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Jumpstart. Collector number 489 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2020.
Cactaur's take
Unstable Obelisk (489) from Jumpstart should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Unstable Obelisk is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact in Jumpstart, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.25 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.08; Normal: $0.25).
- Mana cost {3} 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: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Unstable Obelisk from Jumpstart?
Unstable Obelisk is a Uncommon Artifact from Jumpstart numbered 489 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Unstable Obelisk worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.25 for ungraded Unstable Obelisk. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Unstable Obelisk?
Unstable Obelisk is catalogued as Uncommon in Jumpstart. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Unstable Obelisk legal in Commander or Standard?
Unstable Obelisk shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, legacy based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Unstable Obelisk near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.25. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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