The 1999 Magic: The Gathering Judge Gift Cards Memory Lapse foil card, card number 1. This rare instant spell features art by Mark Tedin and serves as a cornerstone for specialized MTG collectors.
Memory Lapse
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Judge Gift Cards
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Released in 1999 as part of the exclusive Judge Gift Cards series, this Magic: The Gathering trading card game card features the iconic instant spell Memory Lapse. As card number 1 in the set, it holds a distinct place in the history of promotional MTG releases, offering collectors a tangible link to the game's early competitive ecosystem. In gameplay, Memory Lapse functions as a two-mana blue instant that counters a target spell. Unlike traditional counter spells that send the countered spell to the graveyard, this unique effect places it on top of its owner's library, a mechanic that adds significant strategic depth to deck construction and sideboarding. The foil treatment enhances its visual appeal, making it a standout piece for those who appreciate both the mechanical innovation and the aesthetic polish of late-90s card design. For collectors focusing on the Judge Gift Cards subset, this foil variant represents a key acquisition. The combination of its low card number, the prestige of the Judge Gift Cards series, and the powerful utility of the spell itself makes it a notable item for serious Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. Whether you are building a comprehensive collection of promotional cards or seeking to complete the Judge Gift Cards set, this product offers a genuine piece of TCG history.
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Featured
Memory Lapse
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Mark Tedin
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{U}
Instant
U
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Counter target spell. If that spell is countered this way, put it on top of its owner's library instead of into that player's graveyard.
"Um...oh...what was I saying?" —Reveka, wizard savant
