Hindering Light [Foil] #173 — Magic Shards Of Alara Card Value
Magic Shards Of AlaraWhat the Hindering Light [Foil] #173 card from Magic Shards Of Alara is worth — ungraded and graded (PSA 10).
Hindering Light [Foil] #173 value — Ungraded $2 · Grade 9 $20. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 9 premium on this card is 10.0× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Hindering Light #173, buy the Standard version at $0. The Foil version, priced at $2, offers a slight upgrade in aesthetic appeal and collectibility over the standard print. Casual collectors looking for the basic item should grab the Standard. Serious collectors interested in the premium look should pay the extra $2 for the Foil.
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- Magic
Hindering Light [Foil] #173 (Magic Shards Of Alara) card value
An ungraded Hindering Light [Foil] #173 from Magic Shards Of Alara averages around $2. A Grade 9 copy runs about $20, and a PSA 10 gem-mint commands null.
What drives the price
Centering, corners, edges, and surface decide a card's grade — and the grade decides the price. The jump from raw to PSA 10 can be 5–20×, so condition is everything. Holos, first editions, and shadowless prints carry the biggest premiums.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $2 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 9 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value of an ungraded copy of Hindering Light [Foil] #173?
- The ungraded version of Hindering Light [Foil] #173 is available for purchase on the marketplace.
- How much is a graded copy of this card?
- A Grade 9 copy of Hindering Light [Foil] #173 from Magic Shards of Alara is listed for $20.
- Which set does Hindering Light [Foil] #173 belong to?
- Hindering Light [Foil] #173 is part of the Magic Shards of Alara set in the Magic game.
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