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MTG ·
Birds of Paradise
1993 Alpha
est. Market Value · PSA 10
$55,000
▲ +3.5% (30d)
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Birds of Paradise is one of the most iconic mana-producing creatures in Magic: The Gathering history, a 0/1 flying bird that taps for any color of mana. Originally illustrated by Mark Poole, the Alpha printing is the most sought-after version and remains a cornerstone collectible for vintage MTG enthusiasts.
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Hold to buy — PSA 9 Alpha Birds of Paradise has shown steady appreciation as vintage MTG graded cards continue to gain collector momentum, making it a strong long-term hold with selective buy opportunities on underpriced listings below $230.
Price snapshot · PSA 10
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$55,000
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$3,200
Tracked Grade Multiple?How many times more the selected grade sells vs the compare grade. A high multiple means grading could be very profitable.
17.2x
Price spread?The percentage difference between the low and high price estimate. A tight spread means consistent pricing; a wide spread means more volatility.
1619%
Grades tracked?How many different grades we have price data for on this card — raw, PSA, BGS and others. More grades means a fuller picture of market value.
8
Last priced?When our AI last updated the price estimate for this card. Prices are refreshed weekly.
Jun 2026
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