Nolan Ryan
Baseball • Topps Baseball (Traded set)
Sport & Year
Baseball • 1990
Brand & Set
Topps - Topps Baseball (Traded set)
Card Number
#661
Card Type
Veteran / Milestone Tribute
Rarity
Base
Parallel Variant & Language
Base (Topps Tiffany version exists, but this appears to be the standard matte finish) • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Near Mint (NM 7)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $0.50 - $2.00; PSA 10: $450 - $600; PSA 9: $30 - $45
Recent Sales
High-grade PSA 10 examples have sold for roughly $500 recently, but raw copies from this 'junk wax' era are extremely common and sell for pennies unless in perfect condition.
Condition Details
The centering appears slightly heavy toward the bottom and right edges. Left border is noticeably thicker than the right. Corners show slight softening through the top-loader. Some surface static/dust visible on the holder.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless the card is absolutely flawless under magnification. Centering issues on this specific copy likely preclude a GEM MINT 10 grade, which is necessary for a value increase to offset grading fees.
Card Description
Commemorative card celebrating Nolan Ryan's 5,000th career strikeout. Ryan is depicted in his Texas Rangers home white uniform (Jersey #34). The design features multiple action shots and a portrait over a blue background with a large '5000 STRIKEOUTS' graphic.
Notable Features
Milestone card commemorating a feat achieved on August 22, 1989. Features the Texas Rangers team logo on the jersey.
Authentication Notes
The card has the standard matte cardstock typical of 1990 Topps base. No signs of reproduction. Printing dot patterns and alignment are consistent with mass-produced 1990 sets.
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