Spell scrolls cost between 25 gp and 25,000 gp in 5e, depending on the level of the spell. A 1st-level spell scroll is a Common magic item, which has a value of between 50-100 gp. However, because it is a consumable item, it costs half as much as a permanent magic item, bringing the price down to between 25-50 gp.
A 9th-level spell scroll is a Legendary magic item, which is typically priced at 50,001+ gp, but is cut in half to 25,000+ gp for a consumable item.
“The value of a consumable item, such as a potion or scroll, is typically half the value of a permanent item of the same rarity.” (Dungeon Master’s Guide, page 135)
Spell Scroll Level Rarity
| Spell Level | Rarity |
|---|---|
| Cantrip | Common |
| 1st | Common |
| 2nd | Uncommon |
| 3rd | Uncommon |
| 4th | Rare |
| 5th | Rare |
| 6th | Very Rare |
| 7th | Very Rare |
| 8th | Very Rare |
| 9th | Legendary |
Dungeon Master’s Guide, page 200
Magic Item Price by Rarity
| Rarity | Character Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Common | 1st or higher | 50-100 gp |
| Uncommon | 1st or higher | 101-500 gp |
| Rare | 5th or higher | 501-5,000 gp |
| Very rare | 11th or higher | 5,001-50,000 gp |
| Legendary | 17th or higher | 50,001+ gp |
Dungeon Master’s Guide, page 135
How Much Do Spell Scrolls Cost to Make in 5e?
Scribing a spell scroll costs between 15 gp and 250,000 gp in 5e, depending on the level of the spell. It also takes between 1 day and 48 workweeks to create.
Spell Scroll Scribing Costs and Crafting Time
| Spell Level | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Cantrip | 1 day | 15 gp |
| 1st | 1 day | 25 gp |
| 2nd | 3 days | 250 gp |
| 3rd | 1 workweek | 500 gp |
| 4th | 2 workweeks | 2,500 gp |
| 5th | 4 workweeks | 5,000 gp |
| 6th | 8 workweeks | 15,000 gp |
| 7th | 16 workweeks | 25,000 gp |
| 8th | 32 workweeks | 50,000 gp |
| 9th | 48 workweeks | 250,000 gp |
Xanathar’s Guide to Everything, page 133
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