Universal Automaton (Retro Frame) #38 – Modern Horizons (Uncommon)

Magic: The Gathering · Modern Horizons · Uncommon

Universal Automaton (Retro Frame) #38 Price

Universal Automaton (Retro Frame) (#38, Uncommon) from Modern Horizons is worth $2.87 in Near Mint condition on TCGplayer as of October 3, 2026. On Cardmarket, Europe's main marketplace, the Foil sells for €3.89.

Near Mint · TCGplayer: $2.87
Near Mint · Cardmarket: €3.89
30-day change: +1.4%
Printings: 1

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Universal Automaton (Retro Frame) prices by printing

Near Mint market prices, updated October 4, 2026.

Printing	TCGplayer (USD)	Cardmarket (EUR)
Foil	$2.87	€3.89

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: Modern Horizons
Card number: 38
Rarity: Uncommon
Released: June 14, 2019
Illustrator: Ben Maier
Power / toughness: 1/1
Type line: Artifact Creature — Shapeshifter
Rules text: Please Note: Due to printing inconsistencies, versions of this card can have either foiling over the entire face of the card or foiling on only the borders of the card, along with foiling color variations for each. You may receive any variation unless specifically noted as a Listing with Photo.
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Universal Automaton (Retro Frame): common questions

How much is Universal Automaton (Retro Frame) #38 worth?

Universal Automaton (Retro Frame) (#38, Uncommon) from Modern Horizons is worth $2.87 in Near Mint condition on TCGplayer as of October 3, 2026. On Cardmarket, Europe's main marketplace, the Foil sells for €3.89.

What set is Universal Automaton (Retro Frame) from?

Universal Automaton (Retro Frame) is card 38 in Modern Horizons, released June 14, 2019. Its rarity is Uncommon. Illustrated by Ben Maier.

Is Universal Automaton (Retro Frame) going up in price?

Over the last 30 days the Near Mint Foil price on TCGplayer moved from $2.83 (September 5, 2026) to $2.87 (October 3, 2026), a change of +1.4%. The 30-day low was $2.80 and the high $2.87.

How do I check what my Universal Automaton (Retro Frame) is worth?

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