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The MTG Deck Price Calculator helps Magic: The Gathering players estimate the total cost of their deck by calculating the sum of each card's quantity multiplied by its current market price.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The calculator multiplies the quantity of each card by its individual price, then sums all these values to get the total deck price.
Details: Knowing your deck's total value is important for budgeting, trading decisions, insurance purposes, and understanding the investment value of your Magic: The Gathering collection.
Tips: Enter the quantity of each card and its current market price in USD. For accurate results, use up-to-date pricing information from reliable sources like TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom.
Q1: How often should I update card prices?
A: Card prices can fluctuate frequently. For the most accurate valuation, check current prices before major calculations, especially before buying, selling, or trading.
Q2: Should I use market price or median price?
A: Market price typically gives the most accurate representation of a card's current value, as it reflects recent sales data.
Q3: How do I account for card condition?
A: This calculator assumes near mint condition. For other conditions (lightly played, moderately played, etc.), you may need to adjust prices accordingly.
Q4: Are foil cards calculated differently?
A: Yes, foil cards typically have different prices than non-foil versions. Make sure to use the correct price for the specific version of the card.
Q5: Should basic lands be included in the calculation?
A: Typically, basic lands are not included in deck price calculations as they have minimal value and are readily available, unless they are special editions or foils.