Nova | Quick SandField-Tested$0.38The Nova | Quick Sand is a Mil-Spec-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Quick Sand finish on the Nova. With a Mil-Spec rarity classification, it has approximately a ~15.98% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The Nova | Quick Sand can be unboxed from the Stockholm 2021 Dust II Souvenir Package, Antwerp 2022 Dust II Souvenir Package and Rio 2022 Dust II Souvenir Package. It belongs to the 2021 Dust 2 Collection. A Souvenir edition is available as an exclusive drop from CS2 Major tournament matches, featuring commemorative gold stickers.
Float Value and Wear: This skin has a float value range of 0.00 to 0.50. This restricted float range means not all wear conditions are available, which can affect rarity and pricing for specific exteriors. Lower float values within each condition tier produce a cleaner in-game appearance and typically command higher prices.
Price and Market Trends: The Nova | Quick Sand (Field-Tested) has a median market price of approximately $0.38, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The price has been trending upward, gaining 58.3% over the past 7 days and 100.0% over 30 days, suggesting growing demand. Across wear conditions, prices range from $21.00 (Well-Worn) to $26.44 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The Nova | Quick Sand has a community rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 7,281 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among Nova skins.
Souvenir Edition: The Souvenir Nova | Quick Sand is an exclusive drop from CS2 Major tournament matches, adorned with gold stickers commemorating the event, teams, and MVP player. Souvenir editions are significantly rarer and more collectible than standard versions.
The Souvenir Nova | Quick Sand (Field-Tested) shows a Strongly bullish trend. +100.0% (30d).
Trades in the budget range.
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Prices trending up - favorable for sellers. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) Nova | Quick Sand skins have float values between 0.00-0.07, showing minimal to no visible wear. Minimal Wear (MW) floats range from 0.07-0.15, with slight scratches or fading. The price gap between FN and MW varies by finish — some designs like the Quick Sand pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
Yes, the Nova | Quick Sand is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the Quick Sand aesthetic without breaking the bank. Budget skins like this are ideal for players building their first inventory or those who prefer spending on multiple skins rather than one expensive item. The lower price point also means less financial risk if you decide to trade or sell later.
Float values in CS2 determine a skin's wear level on a scale from 0.00 (perfect) to 1.00 (maximum wear). With a float range of 0.00 to 0.50, this skin has specific wear availability that affects pricing. Lower float values within any condition category (e.g., 0.01 vs 0.06 in Factory New) result in cleaner appearances and typically command higher prices. For high-value trades, always verify the exact float value using inspection tools.
Prices for the Nova | Quick Sand vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Stockholm 2021 Dust II Souvenir Package or purchased directly from third-party marketplaces. The Steam Community Market charges 15% fees, while third-party markets like Skinport, DMarket, and Buff163 offer lower prices with 2-10% fees. Compare real-time prices in the market comparison table above to find the best deal.
Souvenir skins are exclusive drops from CS2 Major tournament matches. They feature gold stickers commemorating the specific match, teams, and MVP player. Souvenir Nova | Quick Sand cannot be obtained through regular case openings, making them significantly rarer than standard versions. The value depends heavily on which tournament, match, and player signatures are featured. High-profile player autographs (like s1mple or ZywOo) can multiply the skin's value several times over.
Yes, all weapon skins including the Nova | Quick Sand are purely cosmetic and can be used in all CS2 game modes including competitive matchmaking, Premier, and professional tournaments. Skins provide no gameplay advantages or disadvantages - they only change the weapon's visual appearance. Many professional players use skins during official matches, and you'll often see high-value items like this featured in tournament broadcasts.
The Nova | Quick Sand is currently trending upward. Over the past 7 days, the price has increased by 58.3%, and over the past 30 days it has risen 100.0%. Rising prices can indicate growing demand, reduced supply from case openings, or broader market-wide appreciation. Check the price chart above for detailed historical trends and to identify potential buying opportunities.
The Nova | Quick Sand is part of the The 2021 Dust 2 Collection. It can be obtained by opening the Stockholm 2021 Dust II Souvenir Package. Souvenir versions drop exclusively during CS2 Major tournament matches. All skins from the same collection share a rarity hierarchy, which affects trade-up contract possibilities and overall value.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, DMarket currently has the lowest price for the Nova | Quick Sand at $0.17. However, prices change frequently as sellers list and buyers purchase. We recommend checking the marketplace comparison table above for the most current prices, and remember to factor in each marketplace's fees when comparing total costs.
