GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Statistics About The Most Expensive Magic Card

The most expensive Magic card sold at a public auction is the Alpha Black Lotus, which fetched a record-breaking price of over $500,000.

Last Updated: June 23, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we explore the eye-popping world of Magic: The Gathering card values, where rarity and condition can lead to staggering price tags. From the legendary Black Lotus fetching over half a million dollars to other coveted cards reaching impressive market values, the realm of collectible card game economics is truly a sight to behold.

Statistic 1

"The Black Lotus card, considered one of the most expensive Magic: The Gathering cards, has sold for up to $511,000 in the past."

Statistic 2

"Only 1,100 copies of each 'rare' Alpha-deck card, such as the Black Lotus, were ever printed."

Statistic 3

"A gem mint Alpha Black Lotus sold for $166,000 in 2020."

Statistic 4

"A limited-edition "Underground Sea" has a median price of $385.98."

Statistic 5

"An Alpha Lotus from 1993 with a perfect PSA grade of 10 was sold for an astonishing $730,100."

Statistic 6

"An Alpha set "Mox Jet" was sold for $45,000."

Statistic 7

"A "Mox Pearl" from the Unlimited series has an average market value of $3,000."

Statistic 8

"The Chaos Orb, a Magic card, was valued at around $1,160."

Statistic 9

"The "Serra's Sanctum" card from the Urza's Saga set is valued at an average of $150."

Statistic 10

"The "Volcanic Island" card from the Revised Edition is often valued above $500."

Statistic 11

"The Sliver Queen card, one of the most popular Commanders, depending on the condition, can cost up to $250."

The statistics presented here demonstrate the extraordinary and often staggering market values associated with rare Magic: The Gathering cards. The limited production numbers of certain cards, such as the Alpha-deck Black Lotus, contribute significantly to their high prices, as seen with gems like the Alpha Black Lotus selling for $166,000 and an Alpha Lotus with a perfect PSA grade of 10 fetching an astounding $730,100. Other sought-after cards, like the “Underground Sea” and “Volcanic Island,” also command substantial prices, reflecting the avid collectors and players’ willingness to invest in these iconic pieces of gaming history.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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