Sphinx of the Second Sun
Sphinx of the Second Sun is a Mythic Creature — Sphinx from Secret Lair Drop (1720) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {6}{U}{U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $5.29 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Sphinx of the Second Sun suits collectors and players working on Secret Lair Drop who need the Mythic slot. Treat $5.29 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Sphinx of the Second Sun from Secret Lair Drop?
Sphinx of the Second Sun is a Creature — Sphinx in Secret Lair Drop numbered 1720. Mana cost {6}{U}{U}. Color identity: U. Sphinx of the Second Sun (1720) is a chase-tier Mythic Creature — Sphinx in Secret Lair Drop. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Sphinx of the Second Sun worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $5.29 for Sphinx of the Second Sun. Low and high spread runs $5.29 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $3.80; Normal: $5.29. This printing is from Secret Lair Drop. Collector number 1720 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Secret Lair Drop |
|---|---|
| Number | 1720 |
| Rarity | Mythic |
| TCGPlayer USD | $5.29 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.80 |
| cardmarket | $3.80 |
| Normal | $5.29 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|---|
| Power | 6 |
How collectible is Sphinx of the Second Sun?
Sphinx of the Second Sun is a Mythic printing in Secret Lair Drop. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Secret Lair Drop. Collector number 1720 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Sphinx of the Second Sun?
Sphinx of the Second Sun lists as Creature — Sphinx with keywords Flying. Artist: Helvetica Blanc. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Secret Lair Drop. Collector number 1720 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Sphinx of the Second Sun (1720) is a chase-tier Mythic Creature — Sphinx in Secret Lair Drop. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Sphinx of the Second Sun is catalogued as Mythic Creature — Sphinx in Secret Lair Drop, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $5.29 across finishes (cardmarket: $3.80; Normal: $5.29).
- Mana cost {6}{U}{U} and type line Creature — Sphinx 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 $5.29 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Sphinx of the Second Sun from Secret Lair Drop?
Sphinx of the Second Sun is a Mythic Creature — Sphinx from Secret Lair Drop numbered 1720 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Sphinx of the Second Sun worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $5.29 for ungraded Sphinx of the Second Sun. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Sphinx of the Second Sun?
Sphinx of the Second Sun is catalogued as Mythic in Secret Lair Drop. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Sphinx of the Second Sun legal in Commander or Standard?
Sphinx of the Second Sun 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 Sphinx of the Second Sun trade at a premium?
Sphinx of the Second Sun 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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