Magic: The Gathering

Ivory Cup

30th Anniversary Edition 248 • uncommon

Set: 30th Anniversary Edition
Collector number: 248
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 1 generic mana
Type: Artifact
Colors: Colorless
Artist: Anson Maddocks
Market price: $0.99

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What it's worth

$0.99market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$0.99 – $1.30 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As part of the 30th Anniversary Edition, this uncommon card serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of the game's original artifacts. Its inclusion in this special set offers collectors a chance to secure a piece of history that continues to hold a distinct place in the series' mechanical evolution.

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Card face

What it does

Whenever a player casts a white 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 Ivory Cup card, identified as number 248, was released as part of the 30th Anniversary Edition set. This collection was curated to commemorate three decades of franchise history, serving as a retrospective that highlights key artifacts and lore pieces that defined the series since its inception. By reissuing or commissioning new artwork for these iconic items, the developers aimed to bridge the gap between legacy fans and newer enthusiasts, providing a refined aesthetic that honors the original source material.

The design of this particular card leans into a minimalist, elegant aesthetic, prioritizing the texture and historical gravitas associated with the ivory material. Illustrators tasked with the 30th Anniversary series were encouraged to emphasize a sense of timelessness, often employing muted palettes and classical framing to distinguish these commemorative pieces from standard game assets. The card was received by the community as a nostalgic centerpiece, valued primarily for its role in completing anniversary sets and its symbolic representation of the series' longevity.

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About

About Ivory Cup

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