Spontaneous Generation
Spontaneous Generation Price Summary
As of Jul 28, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Spontaneous Generation is $3.60 (MMQ #274), and the most expensive is $23.88 (MMQ #274, Foil). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $3.60, up 0.3% over 7 days, up 4.0% over 30 days, up 9.1% over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $3.60 (2026).
Spontaneous Generation Printings & Prices
Spontaneous Generation has 1 tracked printing across 1 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes.
Sell Spontaneous Generation: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $16.80 cash for MMQ #274 (Foil); the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 40% (normal).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | MMQ #274 | Foil | $16.80 | $27.99 | 40% |
| CoolStuffInc | MMQ #274 | Foil | $10.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | MMQ #274 | Nonfoil | $2.30 | $5.49 | 58% |
| CoolStuffInc | MMQ #274 | Nonfoil | $1.00 | — | — |
Spontaneous Generation Rules Text & Legality
Create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token for each card in your hand.
Spontaneous Generation is legal in Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer, Modern and Pauper.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
Spontaneous Generation has been reprinted 2 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMQ #274 | 1999-10-04 | Rare | Standard |
| MMQ #274 | 1999-10-04 | Rare | Standard |
MMQ #274 Spontaneous Generation in Commander
Spontaneous Generation is the #17,533 most-played card on EDHREC, down 111 places over the last 30 days.
Spontaneous Generation FAQ
How much is Spontaneous Generation worth?
Spontaneous Generation is worth about $3.60 for its cheapest playable printing as of Jul 28, 2026. Prices range from $3.60 to $23.88 across 1 tracked printings.
Is Spontaneous Generation legal in Commander?
Yes — Spontaneous Generation is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Legacy.
Has Spontaneous Generation been reprinted?
Yes — Spontaneous Generation has been reprinted 2 times, with 1 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Spontaneous Generation cheap?
Spontaneous Generation trades at about $3.60 — 2 reprints keep supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#17,533 on EDHREC).