Shimmering Grotto
Shimmering Grotto is a Uncommon Land from Magic 2014 (229) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost 0 CMC. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.31 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Shimmering Grotto suits collectors and players working on Magic 2014 who need the Uncommon slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-mint condition.
What is Shimmering Grotto from Magic 2014?
Shimmering Grotto is a Land in Magic 2014 numbered 229. Mana cost 0 CMC. Shimmering Grotto (229) from Magic 2014 should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Magic 2014. Collector number 229 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Shimmering Grotto worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.31 for Shimmering Grotto. Low and high spread runs $0.31 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.06; foil: $0.31; Normal: $0.08. This printing is from Magic 2014. Collector number 229 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Magic 2014 |
|---|---|
| Number | 229 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.31 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.06 |
| cardmarket | $0.06 |
| foil | $0.31 |
| Normal | $0.08 |
How collectible is Shimmering Grotto?
Shimmering Grotto is a Uncommon printing in Magic 2014. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Magic 2014. Collector number 229 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
What are the key details for Shimmering Grotto?
Shimmering Grotto lists as Land. Artist: Cliff Childs. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Magic 2014. Collector number 229 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2013.
Cactaur's take
Shimmering Grotto (229) from Magic 2014 should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Shimmering Grotto is catalogued as Uncommon Land in Magic 2014, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.31 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.06; foil: $0.31; Normal: $0.08).
- Mana cost 0 CMC and type line Land 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: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Shimmering Grotto from Magic 2014?
Shimmering Grotto is a Uncommon Land from Magic 2014 numbered 229 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Shimmering Grotto worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.31 for ungraded Shimmering Grotto. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Shimmering Grotto?
Shimmering Grotto is catalogued as Uncommon in Magic 2014. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Shimmering Grotto legal in Commander or Standard?
Shimmering Grotto shows format legality in pioneer, modern, legacy, pauper based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Shimmering Grotto near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.31. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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