The 2011 Masters Edition IV foil version of the Urza's Mine card (257a) from Magic: The Gathering, featuring the iconic land type and Anson Maddocks' design.
Urza's Mine
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Masters Edition IV
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The 2011 Masters Edition IV release of Urza's Mine (card number 257a) stands as a foundational piece for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. Printed with a distinctive foil finish, this common land card is designed to provide reliable mana acceleration within the game. The card features the classic artwork by Anson Maddocks, capturing the essence of the artifact land type that has been a staple in the game's history. Collectors often seek out foil versions of staple cards like this one to add visual flair to their collections or to use in casual play. Urza's Mine is one of the three key Urza's lands, known for its powerful mana production when combined with other specific lands. The card's ability allows players to tap it for colorless mana, or produce double mana if they control both Urza's Power-Plant and Urza's Tower. This synergy makes it a highly functional and sought-after component in various deck archetypes. The Masters Edition IV set itself is a reprint set, offering a curated selection of powerful cards from previous sets in a premium foil finish. For TCG collectors, obtaining the foil variant of Urza's Mine from this set provides a tangible connection to the game's rich lore and strategic depth. The card's enduring popularity is a testament to its utility and iconic status within the Magic: The Gathering universe. Whether building a collection of Urza's lands or focusing on the Masters Edition IV series, this card represents a key piece for any dedicated fan. The combination of its functional gameplay and the premium foil treatment makes it a standout item for those who appreciate both the aesthetic and mechanical aspects of the trading card game.
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Card Details
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Urza's Mine
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Anson Maddocks
Card Stock
English
Foil
Land — Urza's Mine
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{T}: Add {C}. If you control an Urza's Power-Plant and an Urza's Tower, add {C}{C} instead.
Mines became common as cities during the days of the artificers.






