1989-90 O-PEE-CHEE
JOE SAKIC
FINAL GRADE
8.5
NM-MT+
Card Info
Year
1989-90
Company
O-PEE-CHEE
Name
JOE SAKIC
Number
#113
Summary
This 1989 O-Pee-Chee Joe Sakic rookie card presents in outstanding Near Mint-Mint+ condition, earning an overall grade of 8.5. The card boasts excellent visual appeal, characterized by sharp corners, clean edges, and a vibrant surface.
While the card is remarkably well-preserved, a close inspection reveals only very minor flaws consistent with its NM-MT+ designation. These include a slight centering shift on the front and back, a microscopic touch of wear on one corner, and a very minor, isolated surface or print imperfection. These minor attributes do not significantly detract from the card's overall exceptional quality.
Overall, this is a superb example of a highly sought-after rookie card, exhibiting strong characteristics across all grading subcategories, making it a desirable addition for any collector.
While the card is remarkably well-preserved, a close inspection reveals only very minor flaws consistent with its NM-MT+ designation. These include a slight centering shift on the front and back, a microscopic touch of wear on one corner, and a very minor, isolated surface or print imperfection. These minor attributes do not significantly detract from the card's overall exceptional quality.
Overall, this is a superb example of a highly sought-after rookie card, exhibiting strong characteristics across all grading subcategories, making it a desirable addition for any collector.
Subgrades
Centering
8.5
Excellent centering on the front, approximately 55/45 left to right and 50/50 top to bottom. The back exhibits a minor shift, approximately 60/40 top to bottom.
Corners
8.5
Four exceptionally sharp corners, with only a single corner exhibiting a microscopic touch of wear visible under magnification, consistent with the NM-MT+ grade.
Edges
8.5
Very sharp and clean edges throughout, with only a single, isolated, barely perceptible imperfection or rough spot that does not detract from the overall pristine appearance.
Surface
8.5
The card's surface is largely pristine, boasting excellent original gloss. A very minor, isolated surface imperfection, such as a faint print dot or a microscopic indentation, is present but does not significantly impact the card's visual appeal.
Print Quality
8.5
Strong print quality with vibrant colors and excellent image registration. A very minor, isolated print imperfection, such as a faint wax stain or a tiny print dot, is present but does not detract from the overall crispness.
