Paupers' Cage
Paupers' Cage Price Summary
As of Jul 23, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Paupers' Cage is $1.29 (MIR #314). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $1.29, down 5.2% over 7 days, down 5.8% over 30 days, up 1.6% over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $1.40 (2026).
Paupers' Cage Printings & Prices
Paupers' Cage has 1 tracked printing across 1 sets, in nonfoil finishes.
Sell Paupers' Cage: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $0.52 cash for MIR #314; the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 60% (wide).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | MIR #314 | Nonfoil | $0.52 | $1.29 | 60% |
Paupers' Cage Rules Text & Legality
At the beginning of each opponent's upkeep, if that player has two or fewer cards in hand, this artifact deals 2 damage to that player.
Paupers' Cage is legal in Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer, Modern and Pauper.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
Paupers' Cage has been reprinted 1 time.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIR #314 | 1996-10-08 | Rare | Standard |
MIR #314 Paupers' Cage in Commander
Paupers' Cage is the #24,413 most-played card on EDHREC, down 472 places over the last 30 days.
Paupers' Cage FAQ
How much is Paupers' Cage worth?
Paupers' Cage is worth about $1.29 for its cheapest playable printing as of Jul 23, 2026.
Is Paupers' Cage legal in Commander?
Yes — Paupers' Cage is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Legacy.
Has Paupers' Cage been reprinted?
Yes — Paupers' Cage has been reprinted 1 time, with 1 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Paupers' Cage cheap?
Paupers' Cage trades at about $1.29 — 1 reprint keeps supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#24,413 on EDHREC).