The 1999 Urza's Legacy foil Memory Jar (#129) is a sought-after Magic: The Gathering artifact card, renowned for its impactful gameplay and classic 1990s design.
Memory Jar
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Urza's Legacy
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Released in 1999 as card number 129 in Urza's Legacy, the Memory Jar is one of the most recognizable artifacts in Magic: The Gathering history. This foil rare card was illustrated by Donato Giancola, whose work helped define the visual identity of the early Urza block. As an artifact with a mana cost of five, it offers a high-risk, high-reward mechanic that allows players to exile their hands and draw seven new cards, only to discard them again after the next end step. For collectors, the foil treatment adds significant visual appeal, making it a standout piece for those building vintage TCG collections. The card remains a staple in competitive formats and a nostalgic favorite for fans of the game's foundational era. Its enduring popularity stems from its unique ability to completely shift the momentum of a game, cementing its place in Magic lore. Whether you are completing a set of Urza's Legacy or adding a pivotal artifact to your library, this card represents a key moment in trading card game design.
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Memory Jar
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Donato Giancola
Card Stock
English
Foil
{5}
Artifact
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{T}, Sacrifice this artifact: Each player exiles all cards from their hand face down and draws seven cards. At the beginning of the next end step, each player discards their hand and returns to their hand each card they exiled this way.