The 2004 World Championship Decks Cranial Plating card from Magic: The Gathering. This iconic artifact equipment offers powerful offensive capabilities for any black strategy deck.
Cranial Plating
2004 • Magic: The Gathering • World Championship Decks
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| Condition | Value | Comps | Source | Price Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw / Ungraded | $0.73 | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.73 to $0.73 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 13, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | ||||
Raw / Ungraded
$0.73- Comps
- Unknown
- Source
Guide Estimate
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)- Price Date
- Source Observation Date Unavailable
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.73 to $0.73 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 13, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
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Description
Cranial Plating stands as one of the most recognizable artifact equipment cards in Magic: The Gathering history, originally featuring in the 2004 World Championship Decks set. This card, identified by the code ap113, was designed by Adam Rex and serves as a cornerstone piece for collectors of vintage Magic products. As a Common rarity within the World Championship Decks series, it holds a unique place in the game's timeline, representing the strategic depth and design philosophy of the mid-2000s era. The card functions as an Equipment artifact with a mana cost of two black mana. Its primary effect allows the equipped creature to gain +1/+0 for each other artifact the player controls. This scaling power makes it particularly effective in decks that utilize multiple artifacts, turning a simple piece of gear into a significant offensive boost. The activation cost to attach the equipment requires two black mana, while the equip cost to move it to a new creature is just one mana. This flexibility has made it a staple in various competitive and casual formats over the years. For collectors, finding a pristine copy of the 2004 World Championship Decks Cranial Plating is a rewarding pursuit. The card’s enduring popularity is a testament to its clever design and utility in gameplay. Whether you are building a vintage collection or seeking to complete a set of World Championship Decks cards, this piece offers both nostalgic value and functional appeal. The clean design and straightforward mechanics reflect the era’s approach to card balance, making it a favorite among both new and veteran players. Explore the growing selection of Magic: The Gathering cards to find your perfect copy of this classic artifact.
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Featured
Cranial Plating
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Adam Rex
Card Stock
English
{2}
Artifact — Equipment
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Equipped creature gets +1/+0 for each artifact you control. {B}{B}: Attach this Equipment to target creature you control. Equip {1}










