Purging Scythe
Artifact · Rare
Purging Scythe is currently worth about $0.47 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom.
At the beginning of your upkeep, this artifact deals 2 damage to the creature with the least toughness. If two or more creatures are tied for least toughness, you choose one of them.
Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 5
- Type line
- Artifact
- Rarity
- Rare
- First printed
- 1998
- Artist
- Matthew D. Wilson
Playability
#29955 most-played card on EDHREC — Niche pick
Popularity data from EDHREC
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Prices by printing
Latest tracked estimates. Updated daily.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Nonfoil | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urza's Saga | 308 | Rare | $0.47 | — |
Price intelligence
Urza's Saga #308 — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | nonfoil | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $0.47 | 2026-07-28 |
Price trend · 90 days
nonfoil
$0.47 – $0.47 · Scryfall estimate
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Frequently asked
How much is Purging Scythe worth?
Purging Scythe is currently worth about $0.47 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell.
Which sets was Purging Scythe printed in?
Purging Scythe has been printed in 1 set, including Urza's Saga.
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Is Purging Scythe legal in Commander?
Yes — Purging Scythe is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Purging Scythe legal in Modern?
Purging Scythe is not currently legal in Modern.
Is Purging Scythe on the Reserved List?
No — Purging Scythe is not on the Reserved List.
Printed in: Urza's Saga
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