Glasses of Urza
Glasses of Urza is a Uncommon Artifact from Limited Edition Alpha (245) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {1}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $269.50 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Glasses of Urza suits collectors and players working on Limited Edition Alpha who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $269.50 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Glasses of Urza from Limited Edition Alpha?
Glasses of Urza is a Artifact in Limited Edition Alpha numbered 245. Mana cost {1}. Glasses of Urza (245) is a chase-tier Uncommon Artifact in Limited Edition Alpha. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Glasses of Urza worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $269.50 for Glasses of Urza. Low and high spread runs $269.50 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $75.58; Normal: $269.50. This printing is from Limited Edition Alpha. Collector number 245 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Limited Edition Alpha |
|---|---|
| Number | 245 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $269.50 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €75.58 |
| cardmarket | $75.58 |
| Normal | $269.50 |
How collectible is Glasses of Urza?
Glasses of Urza is a Uncommon printing in Limited Edition Alpha. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Limited Edition Alpha. Collector number 245 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Glasses of Urza?
Glasses of Urza lists as Artifact. Artist: Douglas Shuler. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Limited Edition Alpha. Collector number 245 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
Cactaur's take
Glasses of Urza (245) is a chase-tier Uncommon Artifact in Limited Edition Alpha. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Glasses of Urza is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact in Limited Edition Alpha, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $269.50 across finishes (cardmarket: $75.58; Normal: $269.50).
- Mana cost {1} 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: Use $269.50 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Glasses of Urza from Limited Edition Alpha?
Glasses of Urza is a Uncommon Artifact from Limited Edition Alpha numbered 245 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Glasses of Urza worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $269.50 for ungraded Glasses of Urza. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Glasses of Urza?
Glasses of Urza is catalogued as Uncommon in Limited Edition Alpha. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Glasses of Urza legal in Commander or Standard?
Glasses of Urza shows format legality in legacy, pauper, vintage, commander based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Glasses of Urza trade at a premium?
Glasses of Urza combines Uncommon 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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