The Black Gate
The Black Gate is a Rare Legendary Land — Gate from Tales of Middle-earth Commander (490) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost 0 CMC. Color identity: B. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $32.77 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
The Black Gate suits collectors and players working on Tales of Middle-earth Commander who need the Rare slot. Treat $32.77 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is The Black Gate from Tales of Middle-earth Commander?
The Black Gate is a Legendary Land — Gate in Tales of Middle-earth Commander numbered 490. Mana cost 0 CMC. Color identity: B. The Black Gate (490) is a chase-tier Rare Legendary Land — Gate in Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is The Black Gate worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $32.77 for The Black Gate. Low and high spread runs $32.77 to null. Per-finish references: foil: $32.77; Normal: $22.23. This printing is from Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Collector number 490 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Tales of Middle-earth Commander |
|---|---|
| Number | 490 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $32.77 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
| foil | $32.77 |
| Normal | $22.23 |
How collectible is The Black Gate?
The Black Gate 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 490 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for The Black Gate?
The Black Gate lists as Legendary Land — Gate. Artist: Marc Simonetti. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Collector number 490 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
The Black Gate (490) is a chase-tier Rare Legendary Land — Gate in Tales of Middle-earth Commander. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- The Black Gate is catalogued as Rare Legendary Land — Gate in Tales of Middle-earth Commander, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $32.77 across finishes (foil: $32.77; Normal: $22.23).
- Mana cost 0 CMC and type line Legendary Land — Gate 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 $32.77 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is The Black Gate from Tales of Middle-earth Commander?
The Black Gate is a Rare Legendary Land — Gate from Tales of Middle-earth Commander numbered 490 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is The Black Gate worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $32.77 for ungraded The Black Gate. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is The Black Gate?
The Black Gate 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 The Black Gate legal in Commander or Standard?
The Black Gate 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 The Black Gate trade at a premium?
The Black Gate 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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