This foil version of Ancient Silverback is a key chase card from the 1999 Urza's Destiny expansion, identified by card number 101.
Ancient Silverback
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Urza's Destiny
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The Ancient Silverback stands as a formidable six-mana creature within the Urza's Destiny expansion, originally released in 1999. As card number 101 in the set, this foil treatment transforms a standard green Ape into a highly sought-after item for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. The card's design emphasizes the creature's power, with a 6/5 body and the ability to regenerate, making it a memorable piece of early-set lore. Collectors often target this release to complete their Urza's Destiny collections or to add a distinct foil artifact to their vintage library. The presence of Paolo Parente's artwork adds significant value for fans of the era's visual style. When evaluating this product, collectors look for the integrity of the foil pattern and the clarity of the card number. This release remains a staple for those interested in the foundational years of the trading card game. The interplay between the card's mechanical utility and its aesthetic finish makes it a relevant choice for both set builders and vintage appreciators.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Ancient Silverback
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Paolo Parente
Card Stock
English
Foil
{4}{G}{G}
Creature — Ape
6 / 5
G
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{G}: Regenerate this creature. (The next time this creature would be destroyed this turn, instead tap it, remove it from combat, and heal all damage on it.)
The Phyrexian killing machines couldn't have known the seriousness of their mistake in wounding the ape—they'd never seen it angry.