Skill Borrower [Foil] #56 — Magic Shards Of Alara Card Value
Magic Shards Of AlaraWhat the Skill Borrower [Foil] #56 card from Magic Shards Of Alara is worth — ungraded and graded (PSA 10).
Skill Borrower [Foil] #56 value — Ungraded $2 · Grade 9 $17. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 9 premium on this card is 8.5× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Skill Borrower #56, buy the Standard version for $1. The Foil version at $2 offers a slight aesthetic upgrade, representing a minor premium in presentation rather than significant scarcity. Collectors prioritizing budget should stick to the Standard. Those willing to spend the extra dollar for the Foil gain a visually superior card, making it suitable for display purposes.
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Item details
- Brand
- Magic
- Set
- Magic Shards Of Alara
- Game
- Magic
Skill Borrower [Foil] #56 (Magic Shards Of Alara) card value
An ungraded Skill Borrower [Foil] #56 from Magic Shards Of Alara averages around $2. A Grade 9 copy runs about $17, 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 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $0.99 / $1.99 / $4.34 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 16, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $0.99–$4.34 (median $1.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Skill Borrower [Foil] #56?
- Ungraded copies of Skill Borrower [Foil] #56 are currently listed starting at $2.
- How much does a graded version of this card sell for?
- A Grade 9 copy of Skill Borrower [Foil] #56 is listed for $17.
- Which set does Skill Borrower [Foil] belong to?
- This card is part of the Magic Shards Of Alara set.
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