What is the rarity of Black Ward in the Intl. Collectors' Edition?

Black Ward is classified as an Uncommon card within the 1993 Intl. Collectors' Edition set. This rarity tier indicates its frequency in booster packs relative to Rare and Common cards.

Who illustrated the original Black Ward card?

The artwork for Black Ward was created by Dan Frazier, who contributed to the visual identity of the early Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

What does the Black Ward card do in gameplay?

Black Ward is an Enchantment — Aura that costs one white mana. When attached to a creature, it grants that creature protection from black, preventing damage and other effects from black sources.

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The 1993 Intl. Collectors' Edition release of Black Ward, card number 5 in the Magic: The Gathering series. This Uncommon white Enchantment — Aura protects enchanted creatures from black magic.

Black Ward

1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Intl. Collectors' Edition

1993 Magic: The Gathering Intl. Collectors' Edition

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Raw/Ungraded Market: $4.57

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Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $4.57, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Oct 12, 2026 Guide Estimate: $4.57. 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 $4.57 to $4.57 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 21, 2026 and Oct 12, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 12, 2026

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Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)
Estimate: $4.57, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Oct 12, 2026
Guide Estimate: $4.57. 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 $4.57 to $4.57 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 21, 2026 and Oct 12, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 12, 2026

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TCGplayer Market (reference) · Guide Estimate evidence · captured Oct 12, 2026

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Product Overview

Description

Black Ward is a foundational white Enchantment — Aura from the 1993 Intl. Collectors' Edition set, identified by card number 5 and the set code CEI. As an Uncommon card in the original Magic: The Gathering release, it offers a strategic defensive option for players focusing on protection. The card costs a single white mana to cast and grants the enchanted creature protection from black sources, a versatile effect that remains relevant in various gameplay formats. Designed by Dan Frazier, this card represents the early aesthetic of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Collectors often seek out cards from the Intl. Collectors' Edition for their historical significance within the franchise's first expansion. The International Collectors' Edition is distinct from other early releases, making cards like Black Ward particularly notable for set completionists and vintage enthusiasts. For investors and hobbyists, the Intl. Collectors' Edition serves as a cornerstone for understanding the evolution of Magic: The Gathering. Cards from this print run are valued for their role in establishing the game's core mechanics and artistic direction. Whether you are building a vintage collection or looking to add a key protective spell to your deck, Black Ward provides a tangible connection to the game's origins.

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