Factory NewSV

579.08

Minimal WearSV

16.52

Field-TestedSV

16.76

Well-WornSV

21.00

Battle-ScarredSV

20.24

Factory New

0.36

Minimal Wear

0.030

Field-Tested

0.012

Well-Worn

0.012

Battle-Scarred

0.013

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0.044

90 Days Low

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0.041

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0.001

All time high

0.18
TypeHeavy
WeaponNova
Finish

Sand Dune

Rarity

Consumer Grade

Exterior

Battle-Scarred

Popularity

unpopular

Update

"Out with the old, in with the new"

Pro players

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Nova | Sand Dune (Battle-Scarred)
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Nova | Sand Dune (Battle-Scarred)

The Nova's rock-bottom price tag makes it a great ambush weapon for a cash-strapped team. It has individual parts spray-...
Nova | Sand Dune (Battle-Scarred)

Community rating: 4.43★

945 Votes

From last week

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Community rating: 4.43★

945 Votes
The Nova's rock-bottom price tag makes it a great ambush weapon for a cash-strapped team. It has individual parts spray-...

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Minimal WearSV

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Field-TestedSV

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Well-WornSV

21.00

Battle-ScarredSV

20.24

Factory New

0.36

Minimal Wear

0.030

Field-Tested

0.012

Well-Worn

0.012

Battle-Scarred

0.013

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Current Price

0.013

7 Days Price Change

- 0.002
(-13.33%)

7 Days Low

0.012

7 Days High

0.019

30 Days Low

0.005

30 Days High

0.044

90 Days Low

0.005

90 Days High

0.041

All time low

0.001

All time high

0.18

Containers

Collections

TypeHeavy
WeaponNova
Finish

Sand Dune

Rarity

Consumer Grade

Exterior

Battle-Scarred

Popularity

unpopular

Update

"Out with the old, in with the new"

Pro players

Staehr

Staehr

fame

fame

ztr

ztr

syrsoN

syrsoN

SHiPZ

SHiPZ

nut nut

nut nut

SHiNE

SHiNE

S3NSEY

S3NSEY

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Description

Overview

The Nova | Sand Dune is a common skin that features a simple, tan-and-brown color scheme reminiscent of a desert landscape. It belongs to the Dust Collection and was released in August 2013.

Rarity

The Sand Dune skin is classified as 'Consumer Grade,' indicating high drop rates and lower perceived value in terms of rarity. Nonetheless, its simplistic appeal attracts certain players.

History

Being one of the earliest skins added to Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, the Nova | Sand Dune immediately found a place in the community due to its organic, plain design. It can be found in the Esports 2013 Case.

Popularity

Despite its superficial simplicity, the Sand Dune has surprisingly become a symbol of irony within the CS:GO community. It's regularly flaunted by players for comedic effect.

Compatibility

This skin is available for the Nova shotgun exclusively.

Unique Features

Unlike most skins, the Sand Dune does not have any intricate patterns or vivid colors. Its main feature is its simplicity, something that sets it apart from others.

Event

The skin was introduced to the game during the Arm's Deal update.

Trivia

Despite its humble design and low value, Sand Dune skins have been purchased for ludicrous sums on the Steam market as a running joke in the CS:GO community.

Skin Designer

The designer of this skin remains anonymous.

Technical Features

The design is minimalist, focusing on low-saturation hues and slight gradients to mimic the desert dune look.

Reviews and Ratings

Depending upon who you ask, the Sand Dune is either loved or despised. Commonly used ironically in the community, it gets mixed reviews for its design simplicity.

Historical Significance

Notably, the Sand Dune was one of the first skins introduced into CS:GO and has since spawned a meme within the community.

Reasons for Popularity

Its popularity is derived from its notoriety for being so simple that it's ironically coveted by the community fanbase.

Influential Events

The Arm's Deal update launched the skin into the game, impacting its initial popularity due to the novelty of skins at that time.

Creation Story

The creation of the Sand Dune conveys the developers' intent to create a skin that would be simple yet elegant, reflecting the bleak and rugged beauty of a desert landscape.

Symbolism and Design Elements

This skin symbolizes minimalism. Its design elements are characterized by a gradient of earthy tones that mimic the sand dunes seen in a desert.

Emotional Connection

Some players have formed an attachment to the Sand Dune as it represents the humble beginnings of the CS:GO skin market.

Impact on Community

Its release marked the inception of the skin economy, leading to a significant shift in player engagement and forming the expansive skin market we see today.

Usage in Esports

While not typically seen in competitive esports, the Sand Dune is known for its appearances in casual games and streaming sessions for its comedic worth.

Player Stories

Many stories have surfaced within the community of the Sand Dune being sold for significantly more than its retail worth, adding to its legend within the CS:GO culture.