Foil Griselbrand and Avacyn [AVR]
Economics forum
Posted on Aug. 9, 2014, 11:10 a.m. by gsnh
So I have foil copies of both Griselbrand and Avacyn, Angel of Hope . With the new Griselbrand promo coming out, is he in any danger of value loss? Or does will the original art/printing keep or gain value?
Secondly, does anyone see Avacyn, Angel of Hope 's price going anywhere but up?
aeonstoremyliver says... #3
Both are chase mythics. Grizzlybanned is used primarily in Legacy Reanimator and Show&Tell decks. Eternal format players love shiny things. Even with the promo, the original art foil will still hold value.
Avacyn is used primarily in EDH decks. I haven't seen any competitive Modern or Legacy lists that run a copy. I could be mistaken, however. That being said, EDH players also like shiny things.
TL;DR shiny cards that are chase mythics will hold value
August 9, 2014 11:26 a.m.
I will add to what Aeon said and say that they will probably also slowly rise slightly over the years. If Grissy sees a drop because of the promos. it will be slight and temporary. Promos are usually cheaper than originals especially high value ones, look at Vendilion Clique and Jace the Wallet Sculptor for examples. (I am generalising but this is what I believe to be true) Also....gimme that Avacyn, seriously, please check my binder! :-) I have some ONS fetches and a couple of swords that may interest, I can also supply a normal Avacyn in the trade if you want it in replacement of the foil
August 9, 2014 3:24 p.m.
Haha, thanks everyone for the feedback, but I am planning on holding onto both. I have been following the prices and they have been fluctuating in the $100-150 range for awhile and I have been pretty confident in their long-term value. The announcement of the new promo was slightly concerning, but in the long run, I think holding onto them will be good. :)
August 9, 2014 6:17 p.m.
Good on ya. Those are two good foils I think any player would love to have. The shop girl at my LGS has a foil Avacyn and won't trade for anything. :)
greyninja says... #2
I'll trade you for avacyn
August 9, 2014 11:22 a.m.