Artifact Mutation
Instant · Rare
Artifact Mutation is currently worth about $2.18 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom. 1 collector on RareWell holds 1 copy.
Destroy target artifact. It can't be regenerated. Create X 1/1 green Saproling creature tokens, where X is that artifact's mana value.
Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 2
- Color identity
- G · R
- Type line
- Instant
- Rarity
- Rare
- First printed
- 2016
- Artist
- Greg Staples
Playability
#2401 most-played card on EDHREC — Commonly played
Popularity data from EDHREC
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Prices by printing
Latest tracked estimates. Updated daily.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Nonfoil | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secret Lair Drop | 269 | Rare | $5.86 | $8.28 |
| Invasion | 231 | Rare | $2.63 | $45.93 |
| Commander 2016 | 179 | Rare | $2.53 | — |
| New Capenna Commander | 326 | Rare | $2.24 | — |
| Commander 2020 | 203 | Rare | $2.18 | — |
Price intelligence
Secret Lair Drop #269 — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | foil | nonfoil | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $8.28 | $5.86 | 2026-08-06 |
Price trend · 90 days
nonfoilfoil
$5.76 – $8.28 · Scryfall estimate
Collectors with this card
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Frequently asked
How much is Artifact Mutation worth?
Artifact Mutation is currently worth about $2.18 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell. Copies range from $2.18 to $45.93 across printings and finishes.
Which sets was Artifact Mutation printed in?
Artifact Mutation has been printed in 5 sets, including Commander 2016, Secret Lair Drop, Commander 2020, Invasion, New Capenna Commander.
Can I buy Artifact Mutation on RareWell?
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Is Artifact Mutation legal in Commander?
Yes — Artifact Mutation is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Artifact Mutation legal in Modern?
Artifact Mutation is not currently legal in Modern.
Is Artifact Mutation on the Reserved List?
No — Artifact Mutation is not on the Reserved List.
Printed in: Commander 2016 · Secret Lair Drop · Commander 2020 · Invasion · New Capenna Commander
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