It's a Misprinted!... Smoke Teller?
Economics forum
Posted on April 1, 2015, 1:25 a.m. by Runlue
This is probably the stupidest question ever, so bear with me.
So I just realized I got a Smoke Teller that had some weird deformitites on it. There's a blue and red smear on the bottom left corner of the text box, and the entire top right corner of the card (and can somewhat affect the rest of the card) is of a much, much darker tint, almost of like a blue shade, rather than green.
I know old reprints that were misprinted go for a lot, and this definitely fits the description, but here's the question...
How much is it worth? Yes, I know it's a common. Yes, I know no one gives a flying piece of poop about it, but I would like to know if it actually holds any value.
While I'm at it, I would like to know more about misprints and how they affect the value of the card. Can anyone enlighten me on it? Thanks for hearing out my dumb request! XD
Servo_Token says... #4
Based strictly on what card it is, any value you get will come from the severity of the misprint only. Also, it's up to the collector that you sell it to ultimately how much you might get for it.
April 1, 2015 1:37 a.m.
CrazyLittleGuy says... #5
Older misprints are more valuable because they're older. Even then, misprints don't typically add any substantial value to a card unless they're quite severe; some older cards would show parts of multiple cards on a single sheet due to errors in the cutting process. These are the ones that are typically worth more. Or if they happen to have other, non-Magic inking stains or printings on them. Other than these rarities, a misprint is basically worthless, especially if it's on an already worthless card. Sometimes whole print runs can have discoloration, making them not all that rare anyway.
That being said, well, there's a sucker born every minute, there's an ass for every seat, etc. Someone might want it, but it'll be tough to find them.
My advice, just keep it. They're kind of neat to have, despite their lack of value.
April 1, 2015 1:42 a.m.
I don't think people understand the necessity of including a picture. Misprints are in such a wide variety that simple descriptions don't cut it.
Besides that, the card is common and never played. Good luck getting anyhing out of it.
April 1, 2015 1:42 a.m.
SimicPower says... #7
Tournament staple misprints are the most valuable, along with EDH staples, as many EDH players enjoy adding misprinted cards into their deck. (IDK why, I think they look kind of ugly). Foil misprints are also usually worth more. Some of the best misprints are ones where you can see neighboring cards.
Example of an extremely expensive misprint: Foil Miscut Goyf
Picture
April 1, 2015 1:44 a.m.
Welp, you all have just said what I knew you were gonna say XD
I don't have a picture now, but I'll get one tomorrow (too lazy and tired, about to hit the sack), but I'll probably hold on to it anyways. Thanks for the info guys!
April 1, 2015 1:47 a.m.
SimicPower says... #9
I know a guy who runs an Evolving Wilds with a big ol' ink blot misprint on it in a commander deck. I guess it is kind of cool and unique to have even if it isn't worth any value.
April 1, 2015 1:47 a.m.
I once pulled a Maze's End that was totally smeared and somewhat off alignment, the entire card frame was tilted to the right a bit. As its a mythic, I found a collector who grabbed it off me for double value. To me that was a good trade because there aren't many good uses for that damned land anyway. But this misprint doesn't sound very valuable because it's a common. Sorry.
tclaw12 says... #2
Do you have a pic?
April 1, 2015 1:32 a.m.