Magic: The Gathering 'Blossoming Sands' (Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths - Card #244/274)
Wizards of the Coast (WotC) · Collectibles & Antiques > Trading Card Games (TCG)
Era / Decade
2020 (Released April 2020 in the Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths set)
Material
Cardstock (blue-core or black-core paper) with a matte finish. Card is currently inside a turquoise plastic protective sleeve.
Condition
Very Good to Near Mint (NM). Based on the image, the surface appears clean and the edges look sharp while protected by the sleeve. No visible creases or whitening are present from this angle.
Demand Level
Low. As a 'Common' rarity land that has been reprinted dozens of times, there is an overabundance of supply.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$0.01 - $0.25 (Bulk-to-market low value).
Estimated Retail Value
$4.00 (Original MSRP for a single Draft Booster pack containing this common land).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales on TCGplayer and eBay show this card consistently selling for between $0.01 and $0.15 USD. Bulk lots of 1,000 cards including similar commons typically sell for $15-$20.
Description
This is a non-foil copy of the card 'Blossoming Sands' from the Magic: The Gathering expansion 'Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths' (IKO). It is a Dual Land that enters the battlefield tapped, provides 1 life, and taps for either Green or White mana. It features artwork by Jonas De Ro and is indexed as 244/274 for the set.
Key Features
Functional utility in budget 'Commander' or 'Pauper' decks; high-quality landscape artwork by Jonas De Ro; part of a common cycle of 'Gain Lands'.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct set icon (Ikoria monster eye), high-resolution printing of black text over a rosetta pattern background, and correct trademark/copyright info at the bottom. Confidence level: High.
Flaws to Note
Extremely high print volume makes this card common and low in value. Minimal financial upside for individual resale unless sold as part of a bulk collection or play set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
TCGplayer (for TCG specialists), eBay (bundled in a lot), or a local game store (LGS) for bulk credit.
Selling Tips
Do not sell this as a single item; the shipping cost will exceed the card's value. Include it in a 'bulk lot' of 1,000 cards or a 'green/white starter deck' bundle. Use keywords like 'MTG Bulk,' 'Common Land,' and 'Ikoria' if listing in groups.