MagicShards of Alara
Obelisk of Esper — Shards of Alara #213
Obelisk of Esper is a common Artifact from Shards of Alara (2008), collector number 213, illustrated by Francis Tsai.

Obelisk of Esper price
Prices from Scryfall, updated daily, for near-mint copies. Indicative only — UK sold prices on eBay are often the best guide.
Card details
- Number
- 213
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- {3}
- Colour
- Colourless
- Illustrator
- Francis Tsai
- Released
- 3 October 2008
What Obelisk of Esper does
{T}: Add {W}, {U}, or {B}.
Format legality
Other printings of Obelisk of Esper
| No. | Card | Set | Rarity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 | Obelisk of Esper Artifact | Commander 2013 2013 | Common | €0.20 |
| 113 | Obelisk of Esper Artifact | Archenemy 2010 | Common | €0.30 |
All 3 Obelisk of Esper printings compared →
Questions people ask
How much is Obelisk of Esper from Shards of Alara worth?
About €0.15 for a near-mint non-foil copy, and €0.36 in foil. Check UK eBay sold listings for what copies really sell for here.
How many printings of Obelisk of Esper are there?
3 English paper printings, from Archenemy to Shards of Alara. The cheapest right now is the Shards of Alara printing.
Is Obelisk of Esper legal in Commander?
Yes, it is legal in Commander.
Who illustrated Obelisk of Esper (Shards of Alara)?
Francis Tsai.
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