Grimoire of the Dead
Grimoire of the Dead is a Mythic Legendary Artifact — Book from Starter Commander Decks (265) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {4}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.40 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Grimoire of the Dead suits collectors and players working on Starter Commander Decks who need the Mythic slot. Treat $0.40 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Grimoire of the Dead from Starter Commander Decks?
Grimoire of the Dead is a Legendary Artifact — Book in Starter Commander Decks numbered 265. Mana cost {4}. Grimoire of the Dead (265) is a chase-tier Mythic Legendary Artifact — Book in Starter Commander Decks. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Grimoire of the Dead worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.40 for Grimoire of the Dead. Low and high spread runs $0.40 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $1.01; Normal: $0.40. This printing is from Starter Commander Decks. Collector number 265 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Starter Commander Decks |
|---|---|
| Number | 265 |
| Rarity | Mythic |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.40 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.01 |
| cardmarket | $1.01 |
| Normal | $0.40 |
How collectible is Grimoire of the Dead?
Grimoire of the Dead is a Mythic printing in Starter Commander Decks. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Starter Commander Decks. Collector number 265 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Grimoire of the Dead?
Grimoire of the Dead lists as Legendary Artifact — Book. Artist: Steven Belledin. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Starter Commander Decks. Collector number 265 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Grimoire of the Dead (265) is a chase-tier Mythic Legendary Artifact — Book in Starter Commander Decks. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Grimoire of the Dead is catalogued as Mythic Legendary Artifact — Book in Starter Commander Decks, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.40 across finishes (cardmarket: $1.01; Normal: $0.40).
- Mana cost {4} and type line Legendary 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: Use $0.40 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Grimoire of the Dead from Starter Commander Decks?
Grimoire of the Dead is a Mythic Legendary Artifact — Book from Starter Commander Decks numbered 265 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Grimoire of the Dead worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.40 for ungraded Grimoire of the Dead. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Grimoire of the Dead?
Grimoire of the Dead is catalogued as Mythic in Starter Commander Decks. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Grimoire of the Dead legal in Commander or Standard?
Grimoire of the Dead shows format legality in modern, legacy, vintage, penny based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Grimoire of the Dead trade at a premium?
Grimoire of the Dead combines Mythic 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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