Magic: The Gathering · Lorwyn · Rare

Cryptic Command #56 Price

Cryptic Command (#56, Rare) from Lorwyn is worth $7.21 to $36.41 in Near Mint condition on TCGplayer as of October 4, 2026, depending on the printing (Normal to Foil). On Cardmarket, Europe's main marketplace, the Foil sells for €23.46.

Near Mint · TCGplayer: $36.41
Near Mint · Cardmarket: €23.46
30-day change: +7.1%
Printings: 2

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Cryptic Command prices by printing

Near Mint market prices, updated October 4, 2026.

Printing	TCGplayer (USD)	Cardmarket (EUR)
Foil	$36.41	€23.46
Normal	$7.21	€4.39

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: Lorwyn
Card number: 56
Rarity: Rare
Released: October 12, 2007
Illustrator: Wayne England
Type line: Instant
Rules text: Choose two — Counter target spell; or return target permanent to its owner's hand; or tap all creatures your opponents control; or draw a card.

Cryptic Command: common questions

How much is Cryptic Command #56 worth?

Cryptic Command (#56, Rare) from Lorwyn is worth $7.21 to $36.41 in Near Mint condition on TCGplayer as of October 4, 2026, depending on the printing (Normal to Foil). On Cardmarket, Europe's main marketplace, the Foil sells for €23.46.

What set is Cryptic Command from?

Cryptic Command is card 56 in Lorwyn, released October 12, 2007. Its rarity is Rare. Illustrated by Wayne England.

Is Cryptic Command going up in price?

Over the last 30 days the Near Mint Foil price on TCGplayer moved from $34.00 (September 6, 2026) to $36.41 (October 4, 2026), a change of +7.1%. The 30-day low was $34.00 and the high $36.41.

How do I check what my Cryptic Command is worth?

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