Quick Answer

Conversion Apparatus is a rare Artifact from M3C (M3C) costing {3}. Current price: $0.52 USD. Legal in Commander.

Conversion Apparatus MTG card

Conversion Apparatus

Artifact

Card Text

{T}: Add {C}. {3}, {T}: You get {E}{E}{E} (three energy counters). {T}, Pay {E}{E}{E}: Add three mana in any combination of colors.

"The most useful objects really ought to be the most beautiful." —Saheeli

Card Stats

rare CMC: 3.0 M3C M3C 🎨 Alayna Danner

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.52
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Card Kingdom
$0.79
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$1.99
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€0.18
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€6.34
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Conversion Apparatus? Basics

Conversion Apparatus is a Artifact card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{T}: Add {C}. {3}, {T}: You get {E}{E}{E} (three energy counters). {T}, Pay {E}{E}{E}: Add three mana in any combination of colors."

How much mana does Conversion Apparatus cost to cast? Basics

Conversion Apparatus has a mana cost of {3}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Conversion Apparatus's mana cost of {3} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Conversion Apparatus has a mana value of 3.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Conversion Apparatus's current oracle text is: "{T}: Add {C}. {3}, {T}: You get {E}{E}{E} (three energy counters). {T}, Pay {E}{E}{E}: Add three mana in any combination of colors."

What is the current price of Conversion Apparatus? Pricing

The current market price for Conversion Apparatus is approximately $0.52 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.18 EUR.

Where can I buy Conversion Apparatus? Pricing

You can purchase Conversion Apparatus from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Is Conversion Apparatus legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Conversion Apparatus in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Conversion Apparatus legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Conversion Apparatus in Modern is not available.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Conversion Apparatus legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Conversion Apparatus is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Conversion Apparatus legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Conversion Apparatus in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Conversion Apparatus legal in Legacy? Legality

Conversion Apparatus is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Conversion Apparatus legal in Vintage? Legality

Conversion Apparatus is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Conversion Apparatus legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Conversion Apparatus in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Conversion Apparatus from? Details

This printing of Conversion Apparatus is from M3C (M3C), with collector number 76.

Conversion Apparatus may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Conversion Apparatus's rarity? Details

Conversion Apparatus is a rare card in M3C.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Conversion Apparatus? Details

Conversion Apparatus was illustrated by Alayna Danner.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

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