Magic: The Gathering

Circle of Protection: Black

30th Anniversary Edition 10 • common

Set: 30th Anniversary Edition
Collector number: 10
Rarity: Common
Mana cost: 1 generic mana white mana
Type: Enchantment
Colors: White
Artist: Jesper Myrfors
Market price: $0.81

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$0.81market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.79 – $0.81 over the tracked period

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What it does

1 generic mana: The next time a black source of your choice would deal damage to you this turn, prevent that damage.

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StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

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Circle of Protection: Black was originally introduced in the Limited Edition Alpha set of Magic: The Gathering in 1993, designed by Richard Garfield to provide white mana decks with a tactical defense against black-aligned creatures. The card represents a core mechanical pillar of early gameplay, focusing on damage prevention through resource management. As a common card, it was foundational to the game's initial balance and color philosophy.

This specific iteration originates from the 30th Anniversary Edition, released in 2022 to commemorate the history of the game. It features the original artwork by Jesper Myrfors, the game's first art director, who utilized a distinct, minimalist style that defined the aesthetic of the early sets. While the 30th Anniversary Edition cards are not tournament legal, they serve as high-quality, nostalgic recreations intended for collectors and those interested in the artistic evolution of the hobby.

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