Genetic Recombinator
Unstable · #182

Genetic Recombinator

Genetic Recombinator is a Uncommon Artifact — Contraption from Unstable (182) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost 0 CMC. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $1.21 for ungraded copies.

Unstable set collectorsPrice-conscious singles buyers
TCGPlayer market $1.21
Cardmarket trend €0.19
Rarity Uncommon
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Who is this card for?

Genetic Recombinator suits collectors and players working on Unstable who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish and confirm the Scryfall collector number before buying online.

What is Genetic Recombinator from Unstable?

Genetic Recombinator is a Artifact — Contraption in Unstable numbered 182. Mana cost 0 CMC. Genetic Recombinator (182) from Unstable should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Unstable. Collector number 182 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What is Genetic Recombinator worth today?

Cactaur tracks a market reference near $1.21 for Genetic Recombinator. Low and high spread runs $1.21 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.19; foil: $1.21; Normal: $0.14. This printing is from Unstable. Collector number 182 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

SetUnstable
Number182
RarityUncommon
TCGPlayer USD$1.21
Cardmarket EUR€0.19
cardmarket $0.19
foil $1.21
Normal $0.14

How collectible is Genetic Recombinator?

Genetic Recombinator is a Uncommon printing in Unstable. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Unstable. Collector number 182 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2017.

What are the key details for Genetic Recombinator?

Genetic Recombinator lists as Artifact — Contraption. Artist: Chuck Lukacs. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Unstable. Collector number 182 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.

Cactaur's take

Genetic Recombinator (182) from Unstable should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.

Pros

  • Genetic Recombinator is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact — Contraption in Unstable, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a reference near $1.21 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.19; foil: $1.21; Normal: $0.14).
  • Mana cost 0 CMC and type line Artifact — Contraption 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 $1.21 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

What is Genetic Recombinator from Unstable?

Genetic Recombinator is a Uncommon Artifact — Contraption from Unstable numbered 182 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.

How much is Genetic Recombinator worth?

Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $1.21 for ungraded Genetic Recombinator. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.

What rarity is Genetic Recombinator?

Genetic Recombinator is catalogued as Uncommon in Unstable. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.

How do I verify the correct Genetic Recombinator printing?

Match set code ust, collector number 182, and finish treatment. Scryfall-backed metadata on this page is the reference Cactaur uses for catalog keys. This printing is from Unstable.

Should I buy Genetic Recombinator near mint or played?

Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $1.21. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-23. Last updated: 2026-06-23.