Magic: The Gathering

Crystal Rod

30th Anniversary Edition 235 • uncommon

Set: 30th Anniversary Edition
Collector number: 235
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 1 generic mana
Type: Artifact
Colors: Colorless
Artist: Amy Weber
Market price: $0.76

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Market

What it's worth

$0.76market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$0.75 – $1.79 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This card, part of the anniversary collection, serves as a notable piece for those tracking the history of the set. Its status as an uncommon item makes it a meaningful addition for collectors focused on completing the numbering sequence.

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Card face

What it does

Whenever a player casts a blue spell, you may pay 1 generic mana. If you do, you gain 1 life.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Crystal Rod card was released as part of the 30th Anniversary Edition, a commemorative set designed to celebrate three decades of the franchise's history. It was produced to honor iconic items from the series' lore, reimagined with updated foil treatments and high-definition illustrations that emphasize the ethereal, translucent aesthetic associated with the original narrative object.

The design team focused on creating a visual representation of the rod's magical properties, utilizing light-refracting textures and a distinct holographic finish to differentiate it from standard base-set items. Upon its release, the card was well-received by collectors for its aesthetic quality, serving as a nostalgic tribute that anchored the anniversary collection in the series' foundational mythology.

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Other printings

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About

About Crystal Rod

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