Phyrexian Altar
Phyrexian Altar is a Rare Artifact from Secret Lair Countdown (16) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {3}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $58.25 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Phyrexian Altar suits collectors and players working on Secret Lair Countdown who need the Rare slot. Treat $58.25 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Phyrexian Altar from Secret Lair Countdown?
Phyrexian Altar is a Artifact in Secret Lair Countdown numbered 16. Mana cost {3}. Phyrexian Altar (16) is a chase-tier Rare Artifact in Secret Lair Countdown. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Secret Lair Countdown.
What is Phyrexian Altar worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $58.25 for Phyrexian Altar. Low and high spread runs $58.25 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $38.39; foil: $58.25; Normal: $58.37. This printing is from Secret Lair Countdown. Collector number 16 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Secret Lair Countdown |
|---|---|
| Number | 16 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $58.25 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €38.39 |
| cardmarket | $38.39 |
| foil | $58.25 |
| Normal | $58.37 |
How collectible is Phyrexian Altar?
Phyrexian Altar is a Rare printing in Secret Lair Countdown. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Secret Lair Countdown. Collector number 16 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Phyrexian Altar?
Phyrexian Altar lists as Artifact. Artist: See Machine. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Secret Lair Countdown. Collector number 16 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
Cactaur's take
Phyrexian Altar (16) is a chase-tier Rare Artifact in Secret Lair Countdown. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Phyrexian Altar is catalogued as Rare Artifact in Secret Lair Countdown, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $58.25 across finishes (cardmarket: $38.39; foil: $58.25; Normal: $58.37).
- Mana cost {3} 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: Use $58.25 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Phyrexian Altar from Secret Lair Countdown?
Phyrexian Altar is a Rare Artifact from Secret Lair Countdown numbered 16 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Phyrexian Altar worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $58.25 for ungraded Phyrexian Altar. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Phyrexian Altar?
Phyrexian Altar is catalogued as Rare in Secret Lair Countdown. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Phyrexian Altar legal in Commander or Standard?
Phyrexian Altar shows format legality in legacy, vintage, commander, oathbreaker based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Phyrexian Altar trade at a premium?
Phyrexian Altar 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 Secret Lair Countdown.
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