1984-85 TOPPS
DAN MARINO
FINAL GRADE
8
NM-MT
Card Info
Year
1984-85
Company
TOPPS
Name
DAN MARINO
Number
#123
Summary
This 1984 Topps Dan Marino rookie card presents as a strong example of a Near Mint-Mint grade. The card boasts very good centering on both the front and back, contributing significantly to its eye appeal.
While the surface and print quality are excellent, minor imperfections on one or two corners and edges prevent a higher grade. These subtle flaws are consistent with the criteria for an 8, representing a card that is well-preserved with only minor factory or handling wear.
Overall, this is a highly collectible example of a key rookie card, displaying strong visual characteristics and meeting the standards for a solid Near Mint-Mint assessment.
While the surface and print quality are excellent, minor imperfections on one or two corners and edges prevent a higher grade. These subtle flaws are consistent with the criteria for an 8, representing a card that is well-preserved with only minor factory or handling wear.
Overall, this is a highly collectible example of a key rookie card, displaying strong visual characteristics and meeting the standards for a solid Near Mint-Mint assessment.
Subgrades
Centering
8
Excellent centering on the front, exhibiting a ratio of approximately 55/45. The back is also well-centered, maintaining strong visual appeal.
Corners
8
Corners are sharp with only one or two exhibiting a very minor touch or slight softness visible under close inspection, consistent with the Near Mint-Mint grade.
Edges
8
Edges are clean and well-defined, showing only minimal factory roughness or a very slight, isolated imperfection that does not detract significantly from the card's overall presentation.
Surface
8
The card's surface is excellent, free of creases, major scratches, or significant indentations. Minor factory print imperfections or a very faint surface blemish may be present but are not easily discernible.
Print Quality
8
Print quality is strong, featuring sharp focus, vibrant colors, and excellent image registration. Minor factory print dots or very subtle imperfections are present but do not impact the card's overall eye appeal.
