Quick Answer

Mana Screw is a uncommon Artifact from UNH (UNH) costing {1}. Current price: $0.84 USD.

Mana Screw MTG card

Mana Screw

Artifact

Card Text

{1}: Flip a coin. If you win the flip, add {C}{C}. Activate only as an instant.

There was no darker or more evil creation in all the multiverse than that of the mana screw.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 1.0 UNH UNH 🎨 Mike Raabe

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$0.84
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$0.49
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$13.99
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€0.29
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€4.59
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mana Screw? Basics

Mana Screw is a Artifact card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{1}: Flip a coin. If you win the flip, add {C}{C}. Activate only as an instant."

How much mana does Mana Screw cost to cast? Basics

Mana Screw has a mana cost of {1}, which equals 1.0 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.

Mana Screw's mana cost of {1} 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.

Mana Screw has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Mana Screw's current oracle text is: "{1}: Flip a coin. If you win the flip, add {C}{C}. Activate only as an instant."

What is the current price of Mana Screw? Pricing

The current market price for Mana Screw is approximately $0.84 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.29 EUR.

Where can I buy Mana Screw? Pricing

You can purchase Mana Screw 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 Mana Screw legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Mana Screw in Standard is not available.

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

Is Mana Screw legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Mana Screw in Modern is not available.

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

Is Mana Screw legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Mana Screw in Commander is not available.

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

Is Mana Screw legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Mana Screw in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Mana Screw legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Mana Screw in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Mana Screw legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Mana Screw in Vintage is not available.

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 Mana Screw legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Mana Screw 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 Mana Screw from? Details

This printing of Mana Screw is from UNH (UNH), with collector number 123.

Mana Screw may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Mana Screw's rarity? Details

Mana Screw is a uncommon card in UNH.

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

Who illustrated Mana Screw? Details

Mana Screw was illustrated by Mike Raabe.

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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