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Ancestral Recall Unlimited Edition MTG card
2ED #48 · Art by Mark Poole
2ED set symbol, RareUnlimited Edition#48Rare

Ancestral Recall

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Ancestral Recall Price Summary

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Ancestral Recall Price History

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Ancestral Recall in Sealed Products

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Ancestral Recall Printings & Prices

Ancestral Recall has 11 tracked printings across 7 sets, in nonfoil finishes.

CEI set symbol, RareCEI #48
Reserved List
CED set symbol, RareCED #48
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2ED set symbol, Rare2ED #48
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OVNT set symbol, SpecialOVNT #2022C
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30A set symbol, Rare30A #344
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30A set symbol, Rare30A #47
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OVNT set symbol, SpecialOVNT #2018
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OVNT set symbol, RareOVNT #2013
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OVNT set symbol, RareOVNT #2005
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LEB set symbol, RareLEB #48
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LEA set symbol, RareLEA #47
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Card KingdomLEA #47Nonfoil
Card KingdomLEB #48Nonfoil
Card Kingdom2ED #48Nonfoil
Card Kingdom30A #344Nonfoil
Card KingdomCEI #48Nonfoil
Card KingdomCED #48Nonfoil

Ancestral Recall Rules Text & Legality

Ancestral Recall

Target player draws three cards.

2022 Europe Vintage Championship

Ancestral Recall is not legal in any of the major constructed formats.

  • VintageRestricted
  • CommanderBanned
  • Duel CommanderBanned
  • LegacyBanned
  • OathbreakerBanned
  • PreDHBanned
  • AlchemyNot legal
  • BrawlNot legal
  • Competitive BrawlNot legal
  • Future StandardNot legal
  • GladiatorNot legal
  • HistoricNot legal
  • ModernNot legal
  • Old SchoolNot legal
  • PauperNot legal
  • Pauper CommanderNot legal
  • Penny DreadfulNot legal
  • PioneerNot legal
  • PremodernNot legal
  • StandardNot legal
  • Standard BrawlNot legal
  • TimelessNot legal
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Reprints & Reprint Risk

Ancestral Recall has been reprinted 11 times.

  • Oct 4, 1993LEB set symbol, RareLimited Edition BetaLEB #48
  • Dec 1, 19932ED set symbol, RareUnlimited Edition2ED #48
  • Dec 10, 1993CED set symbol, RareCollectors' EditionCED #48
  • Dec 10, 1993CEI set symbol, RareIntl. Collectors' EditionCEI #48
  • Aug 16, 2009OVNT set symbol, RareVintage ChampionshipOVNT #2005
  • Aug 16, 2009OVNT set symbol, SpecialVintage ChampionshipOVNT #2022C
  • Aug 16, 2009OVNT set symbol, RareVintage ChampionshipOVNT #2013
  • Aug 16, 2009OVNT set symbol, SpecialVintage ChampionshipOVNT #2018
  • Nov 28, 202230A set symbol, Rare30th Anniversary Edition30A #344
  • Nov 28, 202230A set symbol, Rare30th Anniversary Edition30A #47

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Ancestral Recall FAQ

How much is Ancestral Recall worth?

Ancestral Recall is worth about $4,999.95 for its cheapest playable printing as of Nov 8, 2026.

Is Ancestral Recall legal in Commander?

No. Ancestral Recall is not legal in any of the major constructed formats (Standard, Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Commander and Pauper).

Has Ancestral Recall been reprinted?

Yes. Ancestral Recall has been reprinted 11 times, with 11 printings tracked on The Index.

Why is Ancestral Recall expensive?

Ancestral Recall holds a $4,999.95 price because it is on the Reserved List, so it can never be reprinted and even with 11 reprints, demand keeps pace with supply.

What can I play instead of Ancestral Recall?

Cards that fill a similar role include Ancestral Vision, Treasure Cruise, Visions of Beyond.

Where is Ancestral Recall banned?

Ancestral Recall is banned in Commander, Duel Commander, Legacy, Oathbreaker, PreDH.

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