Scalding Tarn
Zendikar · #223

Scalding Tarn

Scalding Tarn is a Rare Land from Zendikar (223) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost 0 CMC. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $88.43 for ungraded copies.

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TCGPlayer market $88.43
Cardmarket trend €27.84
Rarity Rare
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Who is this card for?

Scalding Tarn suits collectors and players working on Zendikar who need the Rare slot. Treat $88.43 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.

What is Scalding Tarn from Zendikar?

Scalding Tarn is a Land in Zendikar numbered 223. Mana cost 0 CMC. Scalding Tarn (223) is a chase-tier Rare Land in Zendikar. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes. This printing is from Zendikar.

What is Scalding Tarn worth today?

Cactaur tracks a market reference near $88.43 for Scalding Tarn. Low and high spread runs $88.43 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $27.84; foil: $88.43; Normal: $41.42. This printing is from Zendikar. Collector number 223 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

SetZendikar
Number223
RarityRare
TCGPlayer USD$88.43
Cardmarket EUR€27.84
cardmarket $27.84
foil $88.43
Normal $41.42

How collectible is Scalding Tarn?

Scalding Tarn is a Rare printing in Zendikar. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Zendikar. Collector number 223 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for Scalding Tarn?

Scalding Tarn lists as Land. Artist: Philip Straub. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Zendikar. Collector number 223 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2009.

Cactaur's take

Scalding Tarn (223) is a chase-tier Rare Land in Zendikar. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.

Pros

  • Scalding Tarn is catalogued as Rare Land in Zendikar, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a reference near $88.43 across finishes (cardmarket: $27.84; foil: $88.43; Normal: $41.42).
  • Mana cost 0 CMC and type line Land 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 $88.43 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

What is Scalding Tarn from Zendikar?

Scalding Tarn is a Rare Land from Zendikar numbered 223 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.

How much is Scalding Tarn worth?

Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $88.43 for ungraded Scalding Tarn. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.

What rarity is Scalding Tarn?

Scalding Tarn is catalogued as Rare in Zendikar. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.

Is Scalding Tarn legal in Commander or Standard?

Scalding Tarn shows format legality in timeless, gladiator, modern, legacy based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.

Why does Scalding Tarn trade at a premium?

Scalding Tarn 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 Zendikar.

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