Magic: The Gathering has had its fair share of truly expensive cards. In just the most recent set, The Hobbit, the Smaug the Magnificent (Gleaming Gold Headliner) card went for around $25,000. The prices skyrocket pretty quickly, and, while for the majority of cards it very quickly descends to a reasonable, albeit still very expensive, amount, there are a few MTG cards that simply stay at ridiculous prices no matter what.
The most expensive card in MTG history is one such card. It's elusive, practically impossible to own unless you're willing to devote a fortune to getting one, and, as a result, has earned itself a bit of a reputation. However, in a surprise turn of events, the card is finally returning after years of being almost unobtainable. Among all of the recent MTG controversy, this could be a rather joyous occasion for fans, especially those who've always dreamed of owning it.
While the most expensive cards in Magic: The Gathering tend to fetch a high price, none have gone for as much as the legendary Black Lotus. A pristine version of the card went for $3 million at a private auction, but even imperfect Black Lotus cards can fetch...
