# Very Cryptic Command (Unstable) — resale value

**Very Cryptic Command (Unstable)** is worth about **$1.2**, based on real closed eBay sales. Sealed or new examples sell for around **$4.87**.

## Value by tier

| Condition | Value (USD) |
| --- | --- |
| Market | $1.20 |
| Foil | $4.87 |

Values are medians of real closed eBay sales, updated 2026-08-03. They are estimates for reference, not offers or appraisals — condition, completeness and edition move them a lot, so compare against the sold listings before pricing anything.

## Check the market

- [Sold listings on eBay](https://junkpal.ai/api/go?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_nkw%3DVery%2520Cryptic%2520Command%2520Unstable%2520MTG%2520Card%26LH_Sold%3D1%26LH_Complete%3D1%26mkcid%3D1%26mkrid%3D711-53200-19255-0%26siteid%3D0%26campid%3D5339166094%26toolid%3D10001%26mkevt%3D1%26customid%3Dmd-sold&p=md-sold) — the closed sales these medians are computed from
- [Live listings on eBay](https://junkpal.ai/api/go?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_nkw%3DVery%2520Cryptic%2520Command%2520Unstable%2520MTG%2520Card%26mkcid%3D1%26mkrid%3D711-53200-19255-0%26siteid%3D0%26campid%3D5339166094%26toolid%3D10001%26mkevt%3D1%26customid%3Dmd-live&p=md-live) — what sellers are asking right now

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## Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | Rare |
| Set | Unstable |
| Number | #49a |

## Very Cryptic Command (Unstable) value

The Very Cryptic Command from **Unstable** (#49a) has a market price of **$1.20**, with the foil at $4.87.

### 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.

## FAQ

**What is the current market price for the non-foil version?**

The standard, non-foil version of Very Cryptic Command is currently listed at $1.19.

**How much more is the foil version worth?**

The foil version of this Rare card is valued significantly higher at $5.00.

**Is this card rare in the Unstable set?**

Yes, Very Cryptic Command is listed as a Rare card (#49a) within the Unstable set.

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Full price guide: https://junkpal.ai/products/very-cryptic-command-unstable-49a-mtg
How these values are computed: https://junkpal.ai/methodology
Cite as: "JunkPal price guide value as of 2026-08-03, based on real sold listings (junkpal.ai)"