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Black Lotus 30th Anniversary Edition MTG card
30A #228 · Art by Christopher Rush
30A set symbol, Rare30th Anniversary Edition#228Rare

Black Lotus

Artifact
Nonfoil
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Black Lotus Printings & Prices

Black Lotus has 13 tracked printings across 8 sets, in nonfoil finishes.

CED set symbol, RareCED #233
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30A set symbol, Rare30A #228
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OVNT set symbol, SpecialOVNT #2023NA
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OVNT set symbol, SpecialOVNT #2023A
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OVNT set symbol, SpecialOVNT #2023EU
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30A set symbol, Rare30A #525
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OVNT set symbol, SpecialOVNT #2017NA
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OVNT set symbol, RareOVNT #2003
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O90P set symbol, RareO90P #2
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CEI set symbol, RareCEI #233
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2ED set symbol, Rare2ED #233
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LEB set symbol, RareLEB #233
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LEA set symbol, RareLEA #232
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Card KingdomLEA #232Nonfoil
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Card Kingdom2ED #233Nonfoil
Card Kingdom30A #525Nonfoil
Card KingdomCEI #233Nonfoil
Card KingdomCED #233Nonfoil

Black Lotus Rules Text & Legality

Black Lotus

{T}, Sacrifice this artifact: Add three mana of any one color.

2023 North America Vintage Championship

Black Lotus 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

Black Lotus has been reprinted 13 times.

  • Dec 10, 1993CED set symbol, RareCollectors' EditionCED #233
  • Dec 10, 1993CEI set symbol, RareIntl. Collectors' EditionCEI #233
  • Jan 1, 1998O90P set symbol, RareOversized 90's PromosO90P #2
  • Aug 16, 2009OVNT set symbol, SpecialVintage ChampionshipOVNT #2023EU
  • Aug 16, 2009OVNT set symbol, SpecialVintage ChampionshipOVNT #2017NA
  • Aug 16, 2009OVNT set symbol, SpecialVintage ChampionshipOVNT #2023A
  • Aug 16, 2009OVNT set symbol, SpecialVintage ChampionshipOVNT #2023NA
  • Aug 16, 2009OVNT set symbol, RareVintage ChampionshipOVNT #2003
  • Nov 28, 202230A set symbol, Rare30th Anniversary Edition30A #525
  • Nov 28, 202230A set symbol, Rare30th Anniversary Edition30A #228

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Black Lotus FAQ

How much is Black Lotus worth?

Black Lotus is worth about $3,299.99 for its cheapest playable printing as of Aug 17, 2026.

Is Black Lotus legal in Commander?

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

Has Black Lotus been reprinted?

Yes. Black Lotus has been reprinted 13 times, with 13 printings tracked on The Index.

Why is Black Lotus expensive?

Black Lotus holds a $3,299.99 price because it is on the Reserved List, so it can never be reprinted and even with 13 reprints, demand keeps pace with supply.

What can I play instead of Black Lotus?

Cards that fill a similar role include Lotus Petal, Lion's Eye Diamond, Lotus Bloom.

Where is Black Lotus banned?

Black Lotus is banned in Commander, Duel Commander, Legacy, Oathbreaker, PreDH.

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