Magic: The Gathering

Meticulous Excavation

The Brothers' War 16 • uncommon

Set: The Brothers' War
Collector number: 16
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: white mana
Type: Enchantment
Colors: White
Artist: Lucas Graciano
Market price: $0.16

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What it's worth

$0.16market price via TCGplayer · Aug 20, 2026$0.12 – $0.16 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This enchantment card serves as an uncommon find that adds a layer of strategic depth to a collection. Its presence on the table invites players to carefully manage their resources through its specific mechanical utility, making it a thoughtful inclusion for those who appreciate tactical card play.

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What it does

2 generic mana white mana: Return target permanent you control to its owner's hand. If it has unearth, instead exile it, then return that card to its owner's hand. Activate only during your turn.

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Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlLegal
HistoricLegal
TimelessLegal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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About Meticulous Excavation

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