Gnarled Effigy
Gnarled Effigy is a Uncommon Artifact from Shadowmoor (251) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {4}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.35 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Gnarled Effigy suits collectors and players working on Shadowmoor 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 Gnarled Effigy from Shadowmoor?
Gnarled Effigy is a Artifact in Shadowmoor numbered 251. Mana cost {4}. Gnarled Effigy (251) from Shadowmoor should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Shadowmoor. Collector number 251 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Gnarled Effigy worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.35 for Gnarled Effigy. Low and high spread runs $0.35 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.08; foil: $0.35; Normal: $0.15. This printing is from Shadowmoor. Collector number 251 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Shadowmoor |
|---|---|
| Number | 251 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.35 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.08 |
| cardmarket | $0.08 |
| foil | $0.35 |
| Normal | $0.15 |
How collectible is Gnarled Effigy?
Gnarled Effigy is a Uncommon printing in Shadowmoor. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Shadowmoor. Collector number 251 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2008.
What are the key details for Gnarled Effigy?
Gnarled Effigy lists as Artifact. Artist: Ron Brown. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Shadowmoor. Collector number 251 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2008.
Cactaur's take
Gnarled Effigy (251) from Shadowmoor should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Gnarled Effigy is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact in Shadowmoor, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.35 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.08; foil: $0.35; Normal: $0.15).
- Mana cost {4} 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 Gnarled Effigy from Shadowmoor?
Gnarled Effigy is a Uncommon Artifact from Shadowmoor numbered 251 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Gnarled Effigy worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.35 for ungraded Gnarled Effigy. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Gnarled Effigy?
Gnarled Effigy is catalogued as Uncommon in Shadowmoor. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Gnarled Effigy legal in Commander or Standard?
Gnarled Effigy 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.
Should I buy Gnarled Effigy near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.35. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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