Aladdin's Ring is a rare artifact from the 1994 Summer Magic set. This card features the iconic flavor text from The Arabian Nights and offers a powerful damage-dealing effect.
Aladdin's Ring
1994 • Magic: The Gathering • Summer Magic / Edgar
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Aladdin's Ring, identified as card number 232, is a rare artifact from the 1994 Summer Magic set, also known as Edgar. The card requires a significant mana investment of eight, reflecting the high power level typical of artifacts from this era. The primary function of Aladdin's Ring allows the controller to tap the artifact to deal four damage to any target. This effect provides a versatile removal option, capable of eliminating threats or finishing off opponents. The design is credited to artist Dan Frazier, whose work helped define the visual identity of early Magic sets. The flavor text, drawn from The Arabian Nights, adds narrative depth, referencing a talisman against evil. Collectors often seek out cards from the Summer Magic set due to their historical significance and limited availability. As a rare card, Aladdin's Ring is valued for its gameplay impact and its connection to the foundational years of the Trading Card Game. It appeals to those interested in vintage artifacts and the evolution of Magic's design philosophy. The card's high mana cost and powerful effect make it a memorable inclusion in any collection of early Magic artifacts. For investors and hobbyists, pieces from this era represent a tangible link to the hobby's origins. Completing a set of Summer Magic requires acquiring this artifact, making it a essential goal for dedicated builders. The card remains a symbol of the ambitious, experimental nature of Magic's first year.
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Aladdin's Ring
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Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Dan Frazier
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English
{8}
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{8}, {T}: This artifact deals 4 damage to any target.
"After these words the magician drew a ring off his finger, and put it on one of Aladdin's, saying: 'It is a talisman against all evil, so long as you obey me.'" —*The Arabian Nights*, Junior Classics trans.
