Quick Answer

Patron of the Arts is a common Creature — Dragon Noble from CLB (CLB) costing {2}{R}. Current price: $0.12 USD. Legal in Commander.

Patron of the Arts MTG card

Patron of the Arts

Creature — Dragon Noble

Card Text

When this creature enters or dies, create a Treasure token. (It's an artifact with "{T}, Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.")

"It's okay. My mother owns the museum."

Card Stats

3/1 common CMC: 3.0 CLB CLB 🎨 Julia Metzger
Treasure

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Market Prices

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$0.12
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TCGPlayer
$0.28
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$0.69
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$0.99
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€0.18
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€0.27
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Patron of the Arts? Basics

Patron of the Arts is a Creature — Dragon Noble card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters or dies, create a Treasure token. (It's an artifact with "{T}, Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.")"

How much mana does Patron of the Arts cost to cast? Basics

Patron of the Arts has a mana cost of {2}{R}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R mana to cast.

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.

Patron of the Arts's mana cost of {2}{R} 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.

Patron of the Arts 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.

Patron of the Arts's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters or dies, create a Treasure token. (It's an artifact with "{T}, Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.")"

What is the current price of Patron of the Arts? Pricing

The current market price for Patron of the Arts is approximately $0.12 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.28 USD.

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

Where can I buy Patron of the Arts? Pricing

You can purchase Patron of the Arts 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.

Patron of the Arts normal: $0.12 | foil: $0.28

Is Patron of the Arts legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Patron of the Arts in Standard is not available.

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

Is Patron of the Arts legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Patron of the Arts in Modern is not available.

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

Is Patron of the Arts legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Patron of the Arts 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 Patron of the Arts legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Patron of the Arts in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Patron of the Arts legal in Legacy? Legality

Patron of the Arts is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Patron of the Arts legal in Vintage? Legality

Patron of the Arts 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 Patron of the Arts legal in Pauper? Legality

Patron of the Arts is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Patron of the Arts from? Details

This printing of Patron of the Arts is from CLB (CLB), with collector number 191.

Patron of the Arts may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Patron of the Arts's rarity? Details

Patron of the Arts is a common card in CLB.

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

Who illustrated Patron of the Arts? Details

Patron of the Arts was illustrated by Julia Metzger.

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

What is Patron of the Arts's power and toughness? Details

Patron of the Arts is a 3/1 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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