1997 454 cards

Fifth Edition

454 cards · core set · released March 24, 1997

5ed

Difficulty

5/5 to complete

Avg Card Value

$40.56

Market average

Top Card

Mana Vault

$97.50

Rarity Tier

Rare

Overview

Fifth Edition is a Magic: The Gathering core set in the Core Set block, released March 24, 1997 with 454 cards. Use the checklist below to track which cards you own, and scan any Fifth Edition card with Tappr to pull up its live market price in seconds.

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Most valuable cards

The most valuable card in Fifth Edition right now is Mana Vault, with a market price around $97.50. Other standout cards include Necropotence and Sylvan Library.

FAQ

Common questions

01 How many cards are in Fifth Edition?

Fifth Edition contains 454 cards in the main set (460 including variants and special printings). It was released March 24, 1997.

02 What is the most valuable card in Fifth Edition?

Mana Vault is currently the most valuable Fifth Edition card, trading around $97.50 in near-mint condition. Prices move constantly — scan your copy with Tappr for the live value.

03 When was Fifth Edition released?

Fifth Edition was released March 24, 1997 (1997) as a Magic: The Gathering core set.

04 How do I check Fifth Edition card prices?

Open Tappr, scan the card, and it recognizes the exact Fifth Edition printing and shows its current market price. You can also browse this page's card list for a full Fifth Edition price overview.

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