Thorn of Amethyst
Thorn of Amethyst is a Mythic Artifact from Tales of Middle-earth Commander (356) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {2}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $2.17 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Thorn of Amethyst suits collectors and players working on Tales of Middle-earth Commander who need the Mythic slot. Treat $2.17 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Thorn of Amethyst from Tales of Middle-earth Commander?
Thorn of Amethyst is a Artifact in Tales of Middle-earth Commander numbered 356. Mana cost {2}. Thorn of Amethyst (356) is a chase-tier Mythic Artifact in Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Thorn of Amethyst worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $2.17 for Thorn of Amethyst. Low and high spread runs $2.17 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $2.21; foil: $2.17; Normal: $2.43. This printing is from Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Collector number 356 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Tales of Middle-earth Commander |
|---|---|
| Number | 356 |
| Rarity | Mythic |
| TCGPlayer USD | $2.17 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.21 |
| cardmarket | $2.21 |
| foil | $2.17 |
| Normal | $2.43 |
How collectible is Thorn of Amethyst?
Thorn of Amethyst is a Mythic printing in Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Collector number 356 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Thorn of Amethyst?
Thorn of Amethyst lists as Artifact. Artist: Igor Krstic. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Collector number 356 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Mythic.
Cactaur's take
Thorn of Amethyst (356) is a chase-tier Mythic Artifact in Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Thorn of Amethyst is catalogued as Mythic Artifact in Tales of Middle-earth Commander, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $2.17 across finishes (cardmarket: $2.21; foil: $2.17; Normal: $2.43).
- 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: Use $2.17 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Thorn of Amethyst from Tales of Middle-earth Commander?
Thorn of Amethyst is a Mythic Artifact from Tales of Middle-earth Commander numbered 356 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Thorn of Amethyst worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $2.17 for ungraded Thorn of Amethyst. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Thorn of Amethyst?
Thorn of Amethyst is catalogued as Mythic in Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Thorn of Amethyst legal in Commander or Standard?
Thorn of Amethyst shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, modern based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Thorn of Amethyst trade at a premium?
Thorn of Amethyst combines Mythic 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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