The 2019 Core Set release featuring the Icon of Ancestry artifact card, a key component for Magic: The Gathering collectors completing the M20 set.
Icon of Ancestry
2019 • Magic: The Gathering • Core Set
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The 2019 Core Set, identified by the code M20, introduced a robust foundation for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, and the Icon of Ancestry stands out as a versatile artifact within this release. As card number 229, this rare piece serves as a critical tool for players seeking to build creature-centric strategies. For enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, completing the Core Set requires securing every numbered card, making the Icon of Ancestry an essential target for serious set builders. The card’s ability to support specific creature types adds depth to its collector appeal, bridging the gap between gameplay utility and catalog completeness. Artists and designers of the M20 set worked to create a cohesive visual identity, and this artifact card fits seamlessly into that broader aesthetic framework. Whether you are looking to finish your M20 collection or add a strategic artifact to your library, understanding the context of the 2019 Core Set helps appreciate the card's place in Magic history. Collectors value the precision of the card number and the clarity of the set design, ensuring that each piece contributes meaningfully to the overall set identity. This product remains a staple for those dedicated to preserving the integrity of the Core Set era.
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Featured
Icon of Ancestry
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Chris Seaman
Card Stock
English
{3}
Artifact
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As this artifact enters, choose a creature type. Creatures you control of the chosen type get +1/+1. {3}, {T}: Look at the top three cards of your library. You may reveal a creature card of the chosen type from among them and put it into your hand. Put the rest on the bottom of your library in a random order.