# Ivory Cup Ivory Cup represents an interesting artifact from Magic's earliest days, when the game was still discovering what cards should do. As an uncommon from Limited Edition Alpha, it's a functional relic of experimental design—a life gain effect that required specific setup to be useful. Collectors view it primarily through the lens of Alpha's historical significance rather than playability. The card's modest power level means it rarely commands attention for gameplay reasons, but its Alpha pedigree gives it inherent appeal to set completionists and those building comprehensive collections of Magic's foundation. For many, owning Ivory Cup is less about the card itself and more about what it represents: a snapshot of the game's infancy, when designers were still learning which mechanics would endure.