Contested Game Ball
Contested Game Ball is a Uncommon Artifact from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan (251) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {2}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.21 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Contested Game Ball suits collectors and players working on The Lost Caverns of Ixalan 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 Contested Game Ball from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan?
Contested Game Ball is a Artifact in The Lost Caverns of Ixalan numbered 251. Mana cost {2}. Contested Game Ball (251) from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan.
What is Contested Game Ball worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.21 for Contested Game Ball. Low and high spread runs $0.21 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.06; foil: $0.21; Normal: $0.17. This printing is from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan. Collector number 251 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | The Lost Caverns of Ixalan |
|---|---|
| Number | 251 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.21 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.06 |
| cardmarket | $0.06 |
| foil | $0.21 |
| Normal | $0.17 |
How collectible is Contested Game Ball?
Contested Game Ball is a Uncommon printing in The Lost Caverns of Ixalan. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan. Collector number 251 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Contested Game Ball?
Contested Game Ball lists as Artifact with keywords Treasure. Artist: Camille Alquier. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan. Collector number 251 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Contested Game Ball (251) from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Contested Game Ball is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact in The Lost Caverns of Ixalan, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.21 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.06; foil: $0.21; Normal: $0.17).
- Mana cost {2} 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 Contested Game Ball from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan?
Contested Game Ball is a Uncommon Artifact from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan numbered 251 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Contested Game Ball worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.21 for ungraded Contested Game Ball. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Contested Game Ball?
Contested Game Ball is catalogued as Uncommon in The Lost Caverns of Ixalan. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Contested Game Ball legal in Commander or Standard?
Contested Game Ball shows format legality in standard, future, historic, timeless based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Contested Game Ball near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.21. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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