Relic of Sauron
Relic of Sauron is a Rare Artifact from Tales of Middle-earth Commander (489) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {4}. Color identity: B, R, U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $41.73 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Relic of Sauron suits collectors and players working on Tales of Middle-earth Commander who need the Rare slot. Treat $41.73 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Relic of Sauron from Tales of Middle-earth Commander?
Relic of Sauron is a Artifact in Tales of Middle-earth Commander numbered 489. Mana cost {4}. Color identity: B, R, U. Relic of Sauron (489) is a chase-tier Rare Artifact in Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Relic of Sauron worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $41.73 for Relic of Sauron. Low and high spread runs $41.73 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $15.34; foil: $41.73; Normal: $22.57. This printing is from Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Collector number 489 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Tales of Middle-earth Commander |
|---|---|
| Number | 489 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $41.73 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €15.34 |
| cardmarket | $15.34 |
| foil | $41.73 |
| Normal | $22.57 |
How collectible is Relic of Sauron?
Relic of Sauron is a Rare 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 489 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Relic of Sauron?
Relic of Sauron lists as Artifact. Artist: Anton Solovianchyk. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Collector number 489 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
Cactaur's take
Relic of Sauron (489) is a chase-tier Rare Artifact in Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Relic of Sauron is catalogued as Rare Artifact in Tales of Middle-earth Commander, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $41.73 across finishes (cardmarket: $15.34; foil: $41.73; Normal: $22.57).
- Mana cost {4} 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 $41.73 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Relic of Sauron from Tales of Middle-earth Commander?
Relic of Sauron is a Rare Artifact from Tales of Middle-earth Commander numbered 489 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Relic of Sauron worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $41.73 for ungraded Relic of Sauron. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Relic of Sauron?
Relic of Sauron is catalogued as Rare in Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Relic of Sauron legal in Commander or Standard?
Relic of Sauron shows format legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Relic of Sauron trade at a premium?
Relic of Sauron 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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