Galvanic Key
Galvanic Key is a Common Artifact from Mirrodin (173) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {2}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.68 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Galvanic Key suits collectors and players working on Mirrodin who need the Common 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 Galvanic Key from Mirrodin?
Galvanic Key is a Artifact in Mirrodin numbered 173. Mana cost {2}. Galvanic Key (173) from Mirrodin should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Mirrodin. Collector number 173 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Galvanic Key worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.68 for Galvanic Key. Low and high spread runs $0.68 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.03; foil: $0.68; Normal: $0.17. This printing is from Mirrodin. Collector number 173 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Mirrodin |
|---|---|
| Number | 173 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.68 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.03 |
| cardmarket | $0.03 |
| foil | $0.68 |
| Normal | $0.17 |
How collectible is Galvanic Key?
Galvanic Key is a Common printing in Mirrodin. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Mirrodin. Collector number 173 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 2003.
What are the key details for Galvanic Key?
Galvanic Key lists as Artifact with keywords Flash. Artist: Tony Szczudlo. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Mirrodin. Collector number 173 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
Cactaur's take
Galvanic Key (173) from Mirrodin should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Galvanic Key is catalogued as Common Artifact in Mirrodin, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.68 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.03; foil: $0.68; Normal: $0.17).
- 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: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Galvanic Key from Mirrodin?
Galvanic Key is a Common Artifact from Mirrodin numbered 173 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Galvanic Key worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.68 for ungraded Galvanic Key. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Galvanic Key?
Galvanic Key is catalogued as Common in Mirrodin. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Galvanic Key legal in Commander or Standard?
Galvanic Key shows format legality in modern, legacy, pauper, vintage based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Galvanic Key near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.68. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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