Magic: The Gathering · 8th Edition · Rare

Gaea's Herald #252 Price

Gaea's Herald (#252, Rare) from 8th Edition is worth $1.16 to $9.65 in Near Mint condition on TCGplayer as of October 3, 2026, depending on the printing (Normal to Foil). On Cardmarket, Europe's main marketplace, the Foil sells for €6.96.

Near Mint · TCGplayer: $9.65
Near Mint · Cardmarket: €6.96
30-day change: 0.0%
Printings: 2

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Gaea's Herald prices by printing

Near Mint market prices, updated October 4, 2026.

Printing	TCGplayer (USD)	Cardmarket (EUR)
Foil	$9.65	€6.96
Normal	$1.16	€0.74

TCGplayer market price and Cardmarket price for Near Mint English copies. They are two separate markets, so the euro figure is Cardmarket's own price, not a conversion of the dollar one. Source: TCGplayer, Cardmarket.

Card details

Set: 8th Edition
Card number: 252
Rarity: Rare
Released: April 28, 2003
Illustrator: Dan Frazier
Power / toughness: 1/1
Type line: Creature — Elf
Rules text: Creature spells can’t be countered.
Flavor text: The elves' battle cries cut paths through the AEther, guiding those who would stand in Gaea's defense.

Gaea's Herald: common questions

How much is Gaea's Herald #252 worth?

Gaea's Herald (#252, Rare) from 8th Edition is worth $1.16 to $9.65 in Near Mint condition on TCGplayer as of October 3, 2026, depending on the printing (Normal to Foil). On Cardmarket, Europe's main marketplace, the Foil sells for €6.96.

What set is Gaea's Herald from?

Gaea's Herald is card 252 in 8th Edition, released April 28, 2003. Its rarity is Rare. Illustrated by Dan Frazier.

Is Gaea's Herald going up in price?

Over the last 30 days the Near Mint Foil price on TCGplayer moved from $9.65 (September 16, 2026) to $9.65 (October 3, 2026), a change of 0.0%. The 30-day low was $9.65 and the high $9.65.

How do I check what my Gaea's Herald is worth?

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