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Lightning Bolt [Etched Foil] #42 (Magic Strixhaven Mystical Archive)
Lightning Bolt [Etched Foil] #42 from Magic Strixhaven Mystical Archive is worth about $18.29 raw (Near Mint) as of Aug 24, 2026. Trade-in offers typically run $11–$16 raw.
Raw Trade-In Value by Condition
| Condition | Market | Cash Offer Range |
|---|---|---|
| Near Mint | $18.29 | $11 – $16 |
| Lightly Played | $14.63 | $9 – $12 |
| Moderately Played | $10.97 | $7 – $9 |
| Heavily Played | $7.32 | $4 – $6 |
| Damaged | $4.57 | $3 – $4 |
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 | $25 | $15 – $21 |
| PSA 9 | $23 | $14 – $19 |
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 | $11–$16 | $0 | $0 | $11–$16 | Same day |
| Sell on eBay | $18.29 | −$2.42 | −$5.00 | $10.87 | 2–4 wks |
| Sell on TCGplayer | $17.38 | −$1.89 | −$4.00 | $11.49 | 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 Lightning Bolt [Etched Foil] #42 (Magic Strixhaven Mystical Archive) currently trades at $18.29 raw. Find a local buyer on Trade Into Cash for same-day cash.