Painful Quandary (Foundations) — MTG Card Value
FoundationsWhat the Painful Quandary from Foundations is worth — market price for the single.
Painful Quandary (Foundations) value — Market $1.48 · Foil $1.71. Prices updated August 2026.
Set · FoundationsRarity · RareNumber · #179
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Item details
- Brand
- Rare
- Set
- Foundations
- Rarity
- Rare
- Number
- #179
Painful Quandary (Foundations) value
The Painful Quandary from Foundations (#179) has a market price of $1.48, with the foil at $1.71.
What drives the price
For Magic singles, set, rarity, condition (NM vs played), and playability/format demand drive value. First printings, foils, and cards that see competitive or Commander play hold value best; reprints soften prices.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Market | $1.48 | eBay sold comps |
| Foil | $1.71 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the market value for a non-foil version of this card?
- The market value for the standard Painful Quandary (Foundations) is listed at $1.44.
- Is the foil version worth more than the standard version?
- Yes, the foil version of this Rare card is priced higher at $1.62.
- What is the card number for Painful Quandary in the Foundations set?
- This specific card is identified by the number #179 within the Foundations set.
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