Catalog details for Skullclamp, the influential Equipment artifact from the 2011 Commander set (Card #260) in Magic: The Gathering.
Skullclamp
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander
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Skullclamp is a foundational artifact from the 2011 Commander set, designated as card number 260 in the Magic: The Gathering Trading Card Game. As a low-cost Equipment, this card established a powerful mechanic where equipping a creature grants it a +1/+1 bonus while triggering a card draw effect upon the creature's death. Released by Wizards of the Coast, this Uncommon card has become a staple reference point for collectors studying the evolution of game balance and design in Commander formats. For enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, this release represents a specific era of design philosophy where utility and resource acceleration were paramount. Collectors often seek out this product to complete their Commander set collections or to study the historical context of artifact mechanics. The card's enduring presence in the lore and gameplay history makes it a significant item for those interested in the strategic depth of the franchise. Understanding the identity of this card helps collectors appreciate the broader narrative of the Magic: The Gathering universe and its impact on competitive and casual play alike.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Skullclamp
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Luca Zontini
Card Stock
English
{1}
Artifact — Equipment
Card Text
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Equipped creature gets +1/-1. Whenever equipped creature dies, draw two cards. Equip {1}
The mind is a beautiful bounty encased in an annoying bone container.
