Counterspell
Instant · Common
Counterspell is currently worth about $1.29 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom. 2 collectors on RareWell hold 16 copies.
Counter target spell.
Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 2
- Color identity
- U
- Type line
- Instant
- Rarity
- Common
- First printed
- 2023
- Artist
- Zack Stella
Playability
#16 most-played card on EDHREC — Format staple
Popularity data from EDHREC
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Collector Guidance
- Counterspell MTG Card Guide: Two Blue Mana, No Questions Asked
Counterspell MTG guide: how the original two-mana answer works, why it became blue’s defining card, format legality, and collectible printings.
Prices by printing
Latest tracked estimates. Updated daily.
Price intelligence
Limited Edition Beta #55 — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | nonfoil | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $919.92 | 2026-07-28 |
Price trend · 90 days
nonfoil
$919.92 – $919.92 · Scryfall estimate
Collectors with this card
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Frequently asked
How much is Counterspell worth?
Counterspell is currently worth about $1.29 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell. Copies range from $3.40 to $919.92 across printings and finishes.
Which sets was Counterspell printed in?
Counterspell has been printed in 58 sets, including Dominaria Remastered, Secret Lair Drop, Revised Edition, World Championship Decks 2000, Beatdown Box Set, Eternal Masters, and more.
Can I buy Counterspell on RareWell?
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Is Counterspell legal in Commander?
Yes — Counterspell is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Counterspell legal in Modern?
Yes — Counterspell is legal in Modern.
Is Counterspell on the Reserved List?
No — Counterspell is not on the Reserved List.
Printed in: Dominaria Remastered · Secret Lair Drop · Revised Edition · World Championship Decks 2000 · Beatdown Box Set · Eternal Masters · Limited Edition Alpha · Masters Edition IV · World Championship Decks 1997 · Pro Tour Collector Set · Signature Spellbook: Jace · World Championship Decks 2001 +46 more
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