Magic: The Gathering Urza's Saga – prices and most valuable cards
Urza's Saga is a Magic: The Gathering set released on October 12, 1998. Our database lists 348 cards (set code: USG).
Key facts
| Game | Magic: The Gathering |
|---|---|
| Release | October 12, 1998 |
| Code | USG |
| Card count | 348 |
Most valuable Urza's Saga cards
| # | Card | No. | Rarity | Variant | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gaea's Cradle | 321 | R | Normal | $1,631 |
| 2 | Serra's Sanctum | 325 | R | Normal | $522 |
| 3 | Yawgmoth's Will | 171 | R | Normal | $240 |
| 4 | Gilded Drake | 76 | R | Normal | $214 |
| 5 | Tolarian Academy | 330 | R | Normal | $184 |
| 6 | Time Spiral | 103 | R | Normal | $95.95 |
| 7 | Argothian Enchantress | 234 | R | Normal | $74.94 |
| 8 | Phyrexian Tower | 322 | R | Normal | $55.98 |
| 9 | Show and Tell | 96 | R | Normal | $55.44 |
| 10 | Lifeline | 299 | R | Normal | $42.87 |
TCGplayer market prices (US market) as of October 29, 2026 — for each card, its most expensive variant (e.g. holo, 1st Edition). Prices change daily and depend on condition — check the current price of a specific card and version in RipWorth.
Rarities in this set
| Rarity | Cards |
|---|---|
| U | 110 |
| R | 109 |
| C | 109 |
| L | 20 |
FAQ
How many cards are in Urza's Saga?
RipWorth’s database lists 348 numbered cards in Urza's Saga (sealed products excluded).
When was Urza's Saga released?
Urza's Saga was released on October 12, 1998.
What is the most valuable card in Urza's Saga?
Based on TCGplayer market prices as of October 29, 2026, the most valuable card is Gaea's Cradle (321, R) at about $1,631. Prices change daily.
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