Counterspell
Counterspell is a Common Instant from Tempest (57) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {U}{U}. Color identity: U. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $2.48 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Counterspell suits collectors and players working on Tempest who need the Common slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish and confirm the Scryfall collector number before buying online. This printing is from Tempest.
What is Counterspell from Tempest?
Counterspell is a Instant in Tempest numbered 57. Mana cost {U}{U}. Color identity: U. Counterspell (57) from Tempest should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Tempest. Collector number 57 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Counterspell worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $2.48 for Counterspell. Low and high spread runs $2.48 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $1.41; Normal: $2.48. This printing is from Tempest. Collector number 57 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
| Set | Tempest |
|---|---|
| Number | 57 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $2.48 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.41 |
| cardmarket | $1.41 |
| Normal | $2.48 |
Card stats
| Colors | U |
|---|
How collectible is Counterspell?
Counterspell is a Common printing in Tempest. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Tempest. Collector number 57 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 1997.
What are the key details for Counterspell?
Counterspell lists as Instant. Artist: Stephen Daniele. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Tempest. Collector number 57 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 1997.
Cactaur's take
Counterspell (57) from Tempest should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Counterspell is catalogued as Common Instant in Tempest, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $2.48 across finishes (cardmarket: $1.41; Normal: $2.48).
- Mana cost {U}{U} and type line Instant 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 $2.48 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Counterspell from Tempest?
Counterspell is a Common Instant from Tempest numbered 57 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Counterspell worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $2.48 for ungraded Counterspell. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Counterspell?
Counterspell is catalogued as Common in Tempest. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing. This printing is from Tempest.
Is Counterspell legal in Commander or Standard?
Counterspell shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, modern based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Counterspell near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $2.48. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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