Grim Tutor
Starter 1999 · #79

Grim Tutor

Grim Tutor is a Rare Sorcery from Starter 1999 (79) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {1}{B}{B}. Color identity: B. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $104.08 for ungraded copies.

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TCGPlayer market $104.08
Cardmarket trend €69.70
Rarity Rare
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Who is this card for?

Grim Tutor suits collectors and players working on Starter 1999 who need the Rare slot. Treat $104.08 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.

What is Grim Tutor from Starter 1999?

Grim Tutor is a Sorcery in Starter 1999 numbered 79. Mana cost {1}{B}{B}. Color identity: B. Grim Tutor (79) is a chase-tier Rare Sorcery in Starter 1999. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Starter 1999.

What is Grim Tutor worth today?

Cactaur tracks a market reference near $104.08 for Grim Tutor. Low and high spread runs $104.08 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $69.70; Normal: $104.08. This printing is from Starter 1999. Collector number 79 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

SetStarter 1999
Number79
RarityRare
TCGPlayer USD$104.08
Cardmarket EUR€69.70
cardmarket $69.70
Normal $104.08

Card stats

ColorsB

How collectible is Grim Tutor?

Grim Tutor is a Rare printing in Starter 1999. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Starter 1999. Collector number 79 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for Grim Tutor?

Grim Tutor lists as Sorcery. Artist: Mark Tedin. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Starter 1999. Collector number 79 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 1999.

Cactaur's take

Grim Tutor (79) is a chase-tier Rare Sorcery in Starter 1999. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.

Pros

  • Grim Tutor is catalogued as Rare Sorcery in Starter 1999, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a reference near $104.08 across finishes (cardmarket: $69.70; Normal: $104.08).
  • Mana cost {1}{B}{B} and type line Sorcery 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 $104.08 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

What is Grim Tutor from Starter 1999?

Grim Tutor is a Rare Sorcery from Starter 1999 numbered 79 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.

How much is Grim Tutor worth?

Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $104.08 for ungraded Grim Tutor. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.

What rarity is Grim Tutor?

Grim Tutor is catalogued as Rare in Starter 1999. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.

Is Grim Tutor legal in Commander or Standard?

Grim Tutor 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.

Why does Grim Tutor trade at a premium?

Grim Tutor combines Rare scarcity with art, finish, and format demand. Chase slots often move on reprint rumors, tournament results, and condition-sensitive buyer interest. This printing is from Starter 1999.

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