Limited Edition Alpha
295 cards · core set · released August 5, 1993
leaDifficulty
4/5 to complete
Avg Card Value
$3036.60
Market average
Top Card
Mox Emerald
$4453.00
Rarity Tier
Overview
Limited Edition Alpha is a Magic: The Gathering core set in the Core Set block, released August 5, 1993 with 295 cards. Use the checklist below to track which cards you own, and scan any Limited Edition Alpha card with Tappr to pull up its live market price in seconds.
Best for
- collectors who understand Alpha print run economics and condition grades
- people pricing Power Nine / dual lands before any handshake
Skip if
- you are new to vintage and will not verify authenticity
Common mistakes
Treating Alpha like a modern chase set. Condition, authenticity, and exact printing matter more than “it is a Black Lotus photo.” Unlimited / Beta lookalikes are how people get wrecked.
What to check first
Authenticity and edition first, then centering/surface, then comps for that exact printing — not a generic “Lotus” search.
Most valuable cards
The most valuable card in Limited Edition Alpha right now is Mox Emerald, with a market price around $4453.00. Other standout cards include Wheel of Fortune and Tundra.
Cards from Limited Edition Alpha
Tap any card to see price history and details.
Animate Wall
Armageddon
Balance
Benalish Hero
Karma
Animate Artifact
Phantom Monster
Water Elemental
Hypnotic Specter
Weakness
Granite Gargoyle
Stone Rain
Giant Spider
Tranquility
Dingus Egg
Mox Pearl
Tundra
Underground Sea
Plains
Plains
Island
Island
Swamp
Swamp
Mountain
Mountain
Forest
Forest
Tips to finish the set
To complete Limited Edition Alpha you'll need all 295 cards. Start with the commons and uncommons — they're cheap and fill most of the checklist — then chase the rares and mythics. Scanning as you sort lets Tappr flag the Limited Edition Alpha cards still missing from your collection.
How to Complete This Set
- 01
Scan your Limited Edition Alpha cards with Tappr to identify every printing
- 02
Check the live market price for each card, including foils
- 03
Prioritize chase cards like Mox Emerald
- 04
Save scanned cards to your Limited Edition Alpha checklist to see what's missing
Scan with the app
Point Tappr at any Limited Edition Alpha card and it identifies the exact printing, collector number, and current value instantly — no typing set codes or flipping through a price guide. Every scan can be saved straight into your digital Limited Edition Alpha binder.
Common questions
01How many cards are in Limited Edition Alpha?
Limited Edition Alpha contains 295 cards. It was released August 5, 1993.
02What is the most valuable card in Limited Edition Alpha?
Mox Emerald is currently the most valuable Limited Edition Alpha card, trading around $4453.00 in near-mint condition. Prices move constantly — scan your copy with Tappr for the live value.
03When was Limited Edition Alpha released?
Limited Edition Alpha was released August 5, 1993 (1993) as a Magic: The Gathering core set.
04How do I check Limited Edition Alpha card prices?
Open Tappr, scan the card, and it recognizes the exact Limited Edition Alpha printing and shows its current market price. You can also browse this page's card list for a full Limited Edition Alpha price overview.
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