What is the Swamp card in Magic: The Gathering?

The Swamp is a basic land card that produces black mana, one of the five mana colors in the game. It is essential for casting spells that require black mana in the cost.

Is the Unlimited Edition Swamp card rare?

No, the Swamp card in the Unlimited Edition is a common rarity. However, as part of a 1993 vintage set, it holds historical significance for collectors.

Who illustrated the Unlimited Edition Swamp card?

The artwork for the Unlimited Edition Swamp card was created by Dan Frazier, an artist known for his contributions to the early years of Magic: The Gathering.

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Identify the 1993 Magic: The Gathering Unlimited Edition Swamp card (#295), a core black mana land essential for vintage TCG collecting.

Swamp

1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Unlimited Edition

1993 Magic: The Gathering Unlimited Edition

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Raw/Ungraded Market: $4.35

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Condition	Value	Source	Trend	Price Details
	$4.35Sep 17, 2026	Guide Estimate	+4.8%
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $4.35, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Sep 17, 2026Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $4.15 to $4.35 across 3 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 17, 2026: 4.8%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.

$4.35Sep 17, 2026
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
+4.8%
Price Details
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)
Estimate: $4.35, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Sep 17, 2026Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $4.15 to $4.35 across 3 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 17, 2026: 4.8%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.

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TCGplayer Market (reference) · Guide Estimate evidence · captured Sep 17, 2026

Each point is the last stored observation that day for this printing, condition, grader, autograph status and source. Gaps mean no observation; guide estimates and asking prices are not completed sales.

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The 1993 Magic: The Gathering Unlimited Edition Swamp card, cataloged as number 295, stands as a fundamental component of the game's original print run. As a basic land card, it provides the black mana necessary to cast spells from that color identity, serving as a mechanical anchor for decks built around the game's earliest strategies. Collectors often seek out cards from the Unlimited Edition due to its historical significance in the trading card game's evolution. The Swamp card itself is a common rarity, yet its presence in a complete set is vital for enthusiasts looking to preserve the full scope of the 2ED release. For investors and hobbyists alike, vintage Magic cards offer a tangible connection to the hobby's origins. This product represents the foundational layer of gameplay, allowing players to understand the resource management mechanics that have persisted for decades. Whether used for nostalgic play or as part of a broader collection of classic TCGs, the Swamp card remains a recognizable and respected piece of gaming history.

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