2021-22 UP SERIES 1
NIKITA KUCHEROV
FINAL GRADE
9
MINT
Card Info
Year
2021-22
Company
UP
Series
SERIES 1
Name
NIKITA KUCHEROV
Set
ELECTROMAGNETIC
Number
#EM-29
Summary
This 2021-22 Upper Deck Electromagnetic Nikita Kucherov card presents in outstanding Mint condition, earning a solid grade of 9. The card exhibits exceptional preservation across all grading criteria, making it a highly desirable piece for any collector.
Key attributes contributing to this Mint grade include excellent centering on both the front and back, along with all four corners remaining remarkably sharp. The edges are clean and smooth, and the surface is largely pristine, free from any significant flaws. Print quality is also superb, with vibrant colors and sharp imagery.
While displaying near-gem qualities, a single, very minor factory flaw, such as a microscopic edge imperfection or a faint print line, prevents it from achieving a higher grade. Nevertheless, its overall condition is superb, representing a premium example of this popular insert.
Key attributes contributing to this Mint grade include excellent centering on both the front and back, along with all four corners remaining remarkably sharp. The edges are clean and smooth, and the surface is largely pristine, free from any significant flaws. Print quality is also superb, with vibrant colors and sharp imagery.
While displaying near-gem qualities, a single, very minor factory flaw, such as a microscopic edge imperfection or a faint print line, prevents it from achieving a higher grade. Nevertheless, its overall condition is superb, representing a premium example of this popular insert.
Subgrades
Centering
9
Excellent centering on both the front and back, displaying a near-perfect balance with only a slight shift that remains well within the parameters for a Mint grade.
Corners
9
All four corners are remarkably sharp, exhibiting pristine condition with only the most microscopic touch of wear detectable under high magnification, consistent with a Mint card.
Edges
9
The card's edges are very clean and smooth throughout, free from any significant chipping, nicks, or rough areas. Any minor imperfection is negligible and does not detract from the overall Mint presentation.
Surface
9
The surface is clean, glossy, and free from major scratches, indentations, or print defects. A single, very faint factory imperfection or a subtle print line may be present but is barely discernible and does not impact the card's Mint appeal.
Print Quality
9
Print quality is excellent, featuring vibrant colors, sharp imagery, and precise registration. There are no significant print defects, smudges, or color misalignments.
