Arcane Encyclopedia
Core Set 2019 · #227

Arcane Encyclopedia

Arcane Encyclopedia is a Uncommon Artifact — Book from Core Set 2019 (227) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {3}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.58 for ungraded copies.

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TCGPlayer market $0.58
Cardmarket trend €0.09
Rarity Uncommon
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Who is this card for?

Arcane Encyclopedia suits collectors and players working on Core Set 2019 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 Arcane Encyclopedia from Core Set 2019?

Arcane Encyclopedia is a Artifact — Book in Core Set 2019 numbered 227. Mana cost {3}. Arcane Encyclopedia (227) from Core Set 2019 should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Core Set 2019.

What is Arcane Encyclopedia worth today?

Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.58 for Arcane Encyclopedia. Low and high spread runs $0.58 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.09; foil: $0.58; Normal: $0.24. This printing is from Core Set 2019. Collector number 227 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

SetCore Set 2019
Number227
RarityUncommon
TCGPlayer USD$0.58
Cardmarket EUR€0.09
cardmarket $0.09
foil $0.58
Normal $0.24

How collectible is Arcane Encyclopedia?

Arcane Encyclopedia is a Uncommon printing in Core Set 2019. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Core Set 2019. Collector number 227 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for Arcane Encyclopedia?

Arcane Encyclopedia lists as Artifact — Book. Artist: Nic Klein. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Core Set 2019. Collector number 227 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.

Cactaur's take

Arcane Encyclopedia (227) from Core Set 2019 should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.

Pros

  • Arcane Encyclopedia is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact — Book in Core Set 2019, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a reference near $0.58 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.09; foil: $0.58; Normal: $0.24).
  • Mana cost {3} and type line Artifact — Book 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 Arcane Encyclopedia from Core Set 2019?

Arcane Encyclopedia is a Uncommon Artifact — Book from Core Set 2019 numbered 227 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.

How much is Arcane Encyclopedia worth?

Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.58 for ungraded Arcane Encyclopedia. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.

What rarity is Arcane Encyclopedia?

Arcane Encyclopedia is catalogued as Uncommon in Core Set 2019. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.

Is Arcane Encyclopedia legal in Commander or Standard?

Arcane Encyclopedia shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, pioneer based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.

Should I buy Arcane Encyclopedia near mint or played?

Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.58. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-23. Last updated: 2026-06-23.