Theres also the fact that, at least originally, these cards were much rarer than foils are today
#8 Hellkite Tyrant (Retro Frame) (Serial Numbered) $200 Like the previously mentioned Niv-Mizzet, Parun, this Hellkite Tyrant also features a retro frame and is serialized from the Ravnica Remastered set
The crew discusses the huge amount of money Magic is making, whether the game is for rich folks only and The Hobbit spoilers
I accept a few cards that specify a commander, so that turns Road of Return, and Command Beacon into good ways to find your legends
If youre after one specific high-value card, buying it as a single is usually the surer routeyou pay a known price and get exactly what you want, instead of gambling a box on long odds