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The iconic 2010 foil Memory Jar from the From the Vault: Relics expansion. This mythic rare artifact card is a centerpiece for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts.

Memory Jar

2010 • Magic: The Gathering • From the Vault: Relics

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Product Overview

Description

The 2010 Magic: The Gathering card Memory Jar stands as a legendary artifact from the From the Vault: Relics expansion. As card number 8 in this special collection, this foil mythic rare edition captures the chaotic potential that defines the game. Players value this card for its unique ability to completely reset the board state, making it a favorite among competitive and casual players alike. Designed by Donato Giancola, the card features a striking foil finish that enhances its visual appeal on the tabletop. The artwork and text box are framed within the distinct aesthetic of the V10 set, appealing to collectors who appreciate the premium treatments released during this era. The card's design emphasizes the artifact's mystical nature, drawing the eye to its powerful ability. Memory Jar’s ability allows any player to sacrifice the artifact to exile everyone’s hand and then draw seven new cards. At the end of the next turn, players return the exiled cards to their hands. This mechanic creates dramatic swings in gameplay, often turning the tide of a match in an instant. The high mana cost of five mana makes it a late-game powerhouse, requiring strategic planning to deploy effectively. For collectors, this card represents a significant piece of Magic: The Gathering history. The From the Vault: Relics series was designed to offer rare and powerful cards in a premium format, and Memory Jar is a standout example. Its status as a mythic rare ensures it remains a sought-after item for those building complete sets or looking to add a powerful artifact to their collection. The combination of powerful gameplay, iconic design, and premium foil treatment makes this card a cornerstone of any Magic: The Gathering collection.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2010

Series

From the Vault: Relics

Card Number

#8

Featured Subject

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Featured

Memory Jar

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Mythic Rare

Artist

Donato Giancola

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{5}

Type

Artifact

Card Text

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{T}, Sacrifice this artifact: Each player exiles all cards from their hand face down and draws seven cards. At the beginning of the next end step, each player discards their hand and returns to their hand each card they exiled this way.

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FAQ

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What does the Memory Jar card do in Magic: The Gathering?

Memory Jar is an artifact that, when sacrificed, forces all players to exile their hands and draw seven new cards. At the beginning of the next end step, each player discards their hand and returns the exiled cards to their hand. This ability can dramatically shift the game's momentum.

What set is the foil Memory Jar from?

The foil Memory Jar is from the From the Vault: Relics expansion, released in 2010. It is card number 8 in the set and is classified as a mythic rare with a foil finish.

Who illustrated the Memory Jar card?

The artwork for the Memory Jar card in the From the Vault: Relics set was created by Donato Giancola. His illustration contributes to the card's status as a collectible piece of Magic: The Gathering memorabilia.

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