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Rise of the Witch-king Card Details

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Rise of the Witch-king
Magic: The Gathering Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth  ·  2023  ·  #221
9 Crown Grade
Mint
Cert # 000042510
Subgrades
9.5 Centering
9.5 Corners
8.5 Edges
8 Surface
Centering55/45 or better on the front. 70/30 or better on the back.
CornersNear-perfect corners with only the slightest signs of wear under very close inspection. Corners are sharp and clean with no visible imperfections.
EdgesEdges have almost no signs of fraying, chipping, and nicks. Under magnification, multiple flaws are visible, but not significant.
SurfaceClean surface with minimal imperfections. Tiny scratches, light handling marks, and minor print lines are visible under magnification.
Card Notes
Magic's 2023 Lord of the Rings collaboration represented a landmark moment for the trading card game, bringing Tolkien's legendary world directly into MTG's mechanics and aesthetic. The crossover set captured imaginations across both fandoms, blending Middle-earth's mythology with Magic's strategic depth in a way that felt authentic to both properties. Rise of the Witch-king depicts one of fantasy's most iconic antagonists, rendering a pivotal force from Tolkien's narrative in striking detail. The card's artwork brings this formidable character to life with the gravitas the subject demands, making it a natural draw for collectors seeking standout pieces from this culturally significant release.
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Population Insights
2 Total Pop
2 This Grade
0 Higher Grade
0 Lower Grade
Grade Count
9 THIS SLAB 2
★  Subgrade Ranking
Ranks #2 of 2 among Grade 9 copies
Subgrade Profile — Centering / Corners / Edges / Surface
9.5 / 9.5 / 8.5 / 8
1 Better
1 Equal
0 Lower
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