Sword of the Ages
Sword of the Ages is a Rare Artifact from Legends (296) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {6}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $105.45 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Sword of the Ages suits collectors and players working on Legends who need the Rare slot. Treat $105.45 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Sword of the Ages from Legends?
Sword of the Ages is a Artifact in Legends numbered 296. Mana cost {6}. Sword of the Ages (296) is a chase-tier Rare Artifact in Legends. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Legends.
What is Sword of the Ages worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $105.45 for Sword of the Ages. Low and high spread runs $105.45 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $65.36; Normal: $105.45. This printing is from Legends. Collector number 296 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Legends |
|---|---|
| Number | 296 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $105.45 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €65.36 |
| cardmarket | $65.36 |
| Normal | $105.45 |
How collectible is Sword of the Ages?
Sword of the Ages is a Rare printing in Legends. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Legends. Collector number 296 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Sword of the Ages?
Sword of the Ages lists as Artifact. Artist: Dan Frazier. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Legends. Collector number 296 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
Cactaur's take
Sword of the Ages (296) is a chase-tier Rare Artifact in Legends. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Sword of the Ages is catalogued as Rare Artifact in Legends, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $105.45 across finishes (cardmarket: $65.36; Normal: $105.45).
- Mana cost {6} 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 $105.45 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Sword of the Ages from Legends?
Sword of the Ages is a Rare Artifact from Legends numbered 296 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Sword of the Ages worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $105.45 for ungraded Sword of the Ages. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Sword of the Ages?
Sword of the Ages is catalogued as Rare in Legends. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Sword of the Ages legal in Commander or Standard?
Sword of the Ages shows format legality in legacy, vintage, penny, commander based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Sword of the Ages trade at a premium?
Sword of the Ages 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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