Illuminated Folio
Illuminated Folio is a Uncommon Artifact — Book from Shadowmoor (254) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {5}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.89 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Illuminated Folio suits collectors and players working on Shadowmoor who need the Uncommon slot. Legal in modern, legacy, vintage, commander. Confirm the exact printing and language before buying for a deck list.
What is Illuminated Folio from Shadowmoor?
Illuminated Folio is a Artifact — Book in Shadowmoor numbered 254. Mana cost {5}. Illuminated Folio (254) is a format-relevant Artifact — Book in Shadowmoor with legality in modern, legacy, vintage, commander. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
What is Illuminated Folio worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.89 for Illuminated Folio. Low and high spread runs $0.89 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.09; foil: $0.89; Normal: $0.20. This printing is from Shadowmoor. Collector number 254 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Shadowmoor |
|---|---|
| Number | 254 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.89 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.09 |
| cardmarket | $0.09 |
| foil | $0.89 |
| Normal | $0.20 |
How collectible is Illuminated Folio?
Illuminated Folio is a Uncommon printing in Shadowmoor. Commander demand can sustain prices even when Standard supply is deep. This printing is from Shadowmoor. Collector number 254 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2008.
What are the key details for Illuminated Folio?
Illuminated Folio lists as Artifact — Book. Artist: Jim Pavelec. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Shadowmoor. Collector number 254 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
Cactaur's take
Illuminated Folio (254) is a format-relevant Artifact — Book in Shadowmoor with legality in modern, legacy, vintage, commander. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.
Pros
- Illuminated Folio is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact — Book in Shadowmoor, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.89 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.09; foil: $0.89; Normal: $0.20).
- Mana cost {5} 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: Use $0.89 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Illuminated Folio from Shadowmoor?
Illuminated Folio is a Uncommon Artifact — Book from Shadowmoor numbered 254 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Illuminated Folio worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.89 for ungraded Illuminated Folio. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Illuminated Folio?
Illuminated Folio is catalogued as Uncommon in Shadowmoor. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Illuminated Folio legal in Commander or Standard?
Illuminated Folio shows format legality in modern, legacy, vintage, commander based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Illuminated Folio near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.89. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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