Identify

Player's Handbook v.3.5 (PH)Core (3.5)
School
Divination
Casting Time
1 hour
Components
V, S, M, DF
Range
Touch
Target
One object
Duration
Instantaneous
Saving Throw
None
Spell Resistance
No

The spell determines all magic properties of a single magic item, including how to activate those functions (if appropriate), and how many charges are left (if any).

Identify does not function when used on an artifact (see the Dungeon Master’s Guide for details on artifacts).

Arcane Material Component: A pearl of at least 100 gp value, crushed and stirred into wine with an owl feather; the infusion must be drunk prior to spellcasting.