Magic: The Gathering · Magic Alpha
Animate Artifact (Magic Alpha)
Magic Alpha
Market Value
Raw
$41.58
PSA 9
$134
Prices update weekly from recent eBay and marketplace sales. Your final cash offer depends on condition at inspection.
Animate Artifact from Magic Alpha is worth about $41.58 raw (Near Mint) as of Aug 24, 2026. Trade-in offers typically run $25–$35 raw.
Raw Trade-In Value by Condition
| Condition | Market | Cash Offer Range |
|---|---|---|
| Near Mint | $41.58 | $25 – $35 |
| Lightly Played | $33.26 | $20 – $28 |
| Moderately Played | $24.95 | $15 – $21 |
| Heavily Played | $16.63 | $10 – $14 |
| Damaged | $10.39 | $6 – $9 |
Your card’s condition directly affects its trade-in value. Most cards from binders are Lightly Played or better. Estimates based on standard condition discounts.
Graded Prices
| Grade | Price | Cash Offer Range |
|---|---|---|
| PSA 9.5 | $710 | $426 – $604 |
| PSA 9 | $134 | $80 – $114 |
| PSA 8 | $77 | $46 – $65 |
| PSA 7 | $54 | $32 – $46 |
| CGC 10 | $500 | $300 – $425 |
Prices from PriceCharting & JustTCG · Updated Aug 24, 2026
How to Sell: Compare Your Options
| Route | Gross | Fees | Shipping | You Keep | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sell to a Local Buyer | $25–$35 | $0 | $0 | $25–$35 | Same day |
| Sell on eBay | $41.58 | −$5.51 | −$5.00 | $31.07 | 2–4 wks |
| Sell on TCGplayer | $39.50 | −$4.30 | −$4.00 | $31.20 | 2–3 wks |
Local buyers found on Trade Into Cash typically pay 60–85% of market value with no fees. eBay: 13.25% final value fee. TCGplayer: 10.89% seller fee. Shipping estimated for standard tracked.
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The Animate Artifact (Magic Alpha) currently trades at $41.58 raw. Find a local buyer on Trade Into Cash for same-day cash.