Quick Answer

Snakeskin Veil is a common Instant from CMM (CMM) costing {G}. Current price: $0.07 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Snakeskin Veil MTG card

Snakeskin Veil

Instant

Card Text

Put a +1/+1 counter on target creature you control. It gains hexproof until end of turn. (It can't be the target of spells or abilities your opponents control.)

"Does a serpent roar and chase its prey? No. A serpent waits silently for oblivious prey to draw near."

Card Stats

common CMC: 1.0 CMM CMM 🎨 Matt Stewart

Market Prices

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$0.07
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TCGPlayer
$0.14
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$0.35
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$0.49
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Cardmarket
€0.16
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€0.15
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Alchemy Legal
Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (9 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Snakeskin Veil? Basics

Snakeskin Veil is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Put a +1/+1 counter on target creature you control. It gains hexproof until end of turn. (It can't be the target of spells or abilities your opponents control.)"

How much mana does Snakeskin Veil cost to cast? Basics

Snakeskin Veil has a mana cost of {G}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Snakeskin Veil's mana cost of {G} 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.

Snakeskin Veil 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.

Snakeskin Veil's current oracle text is: "Put a +1/+1 counter on target creature you control. It gains hexproof until end of turn. (It can't be the target of spells or abilities your opponents control.)"

What is the current price of Snakeskin Veil? Pricing

The current market price for Snakeskin Veil is approximately $0.07 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.14 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.16 EUR.

Where can I buy Snakeskin Veil? Pricing

You can purchase Snakeskin Veil 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.

Snakeskin Veil normal: $0.07 | foil: $0.14

Is Snakeskin Veil legal in Standard? Legality

Snakeskin Veil is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Snakeskin Veil legal in Modern? Legality

Snakeskin Veil is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Snakeskin Veil legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Snakeskin Veil 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 Snakeskin Veil legal in Pioneer? Legality

Snakeskin Veil is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Snakeskin Veil legal in Legacy? Legality

Snakeskin Veil is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Snakeskin Veil legal in Vintage? Legality

Snakeskin Veil 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 Snakeskin Veil legal in Pauper? Legality

Snakeskin Veil 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 Snakeskin Veil from? Details

This printing of Snakeskin Veil is from CMM (CMM), with collector number 323.

Snakeskin Veil may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Snakeskin Veil's rarity? Details

Snakeskin Veil is a common card in CMM.

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

Who illustrated Snakeskin Veil? Details

Snakeskin Veil was illustrated by Matt Stewart.

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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