Read the Runes
Instant · Rare
Read the Runes is currently worth about $0.55 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom.
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Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 1
- Color identity
- U
- Type line
- Instant
- Rarity
- Rare
- First printed
- 2020
- Artist
- Alan Pollack
Playability
#11039 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jumpstart | 167 | Rare | $0.67 | — |
| The List | ONS-104 | Rare | $0.65 | — |
| Onslaught | 104 | Rare | $0.63 | $7.65 |
| Commander 2016 | 95 | Rare | $0.55 | — |
Price intelligence
Jumpstart #167 — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | nonfoil | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $0.67 | 2026-07-28 |
Price trend · 90 days
nonfoil
$0.67 – $0.70 · Scryfall estimate
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Frequently asked
How much is Read the Runes worth?
Read the Runes is currently worth about $0.55 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell. Copies range from $0.55 to $7.65 across printings and finishes.
Which sets was Read the Runes printed in?
Read the Runes has been printed in 4 sets, including Jumpstart, The List, Commander 2016, Onslaught.
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Is Read the Runes legal in Commander?
Yes — Read the Runes is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Read the Runes legal in Modern?
Read the Runes is not currently legal in Modern.
Is Read the Runes on the Reserved List?
No — Read the Runes is not on the Reserved List.
Printed in: Jumpstart · The List · Commander 2016 · Onslaught
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