What is the mana cost of Ashnod's Altar?

Ashnod's Altar has a mana cost of {3}. This means it requires three generic mana to cast from your hand.

How does Ashnod's Altar work in gameplay?

The card is an Artifact that allows you to sacrifice a creature to add two generic mana ({C}{C}) to your mana pool. This effect can be activated as many times as you have creatures available to sacrifice.

Who is the artist for Ashnod's Altar in Chronicles?

Anson Maddocks is the artist credited with illustrating Ashnod's Altar for the 1995 Chronicles set.

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About This Card

Ashnod's Altar is a staple Artifact card from the 1995 Chronicles expansion, identified as card number 92 in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Ashnod's Altar

1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Chronicles

1995 Magic: The Gathering Chronicles

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Raw/Ungraded Market: $14.31

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Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)Last Updated Oct 12, 2026Check Price Guide

Market & Price History

Condition	Value	Source	Trend	Price Details
	$14.31Oct 13, 2026	Guide Estimate	-1.8%
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $14.31, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Oct 13, 2026 Guide Estimate: $14.31. Evidence date not available. Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $14.31 to $14.57 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 22, 2026 and Oct 13, 2026: -1.8%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 13, 2026

$14.31Oct 13, 2026
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
-1.8%
Price Details
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)
Estimate: $14.31, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Oct 13, 2026
Guide Estimate: $14.31. Evidence date not available.
Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $14.31 to $14.57 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 22, 2026 and Oct 13, 2026: -1.8%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 13, 2026

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TCGplayer Market (reference) · Guide Estimate evidence · captured Oct 13, 2026

Each point is the last stored observation that day for this printing, condition, grader, autograph status and source. Gaps mean no observation; guide estimates and asking prices are not completed sales.

Product Overview

Description

Released in 1995 as part of the Chronicles expansion, Ashnod's Altar (Card #92) is a foundational Artifact within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Designed by Anson Maddocks, this common card has established itself as a key component for collectors building out their Chronicles sets. The card features a mana cost of {3} and provides a powerful effect: by sacrificing a creature, it allows players to add two generic mana ({C}{C}) to their mana pool. This mechanic makes it a versatile tool for accelerating spells and strategies that rely on mana generation. Collectors often seek out this card due to its enduring utility and historical significance in the TCG's early history. The Chronicles set, with its distinct border and card numbering, remains a popular choice for those looking to complete vintage collections. Ashnod's Altar's straightforward yet impactful design continues to resonate with both new and veteran players. Its presence in the Chronicles release highlights the card's importance in the Magic: The Gathering ecosystem. Whether you are a seasoned collector or just starting your journey, this card represents a significant piece of trading card game history.

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