2017-18 UPPER DECK
SIDNEY CROSBY
— GAME DAY ACTN
FINAL GRADE
10
GEM MT
FRONT
BACK
Card Info
Year
2017-18
Company
UPPER DECK
Name
SIDNEY CROSBY
Edition
GAME DAY ACTN
Set
TH CLCTR SRIES
Number
#GDA-1
Summary
This 2017 Sidney Crosby Game Day Action insert is a superlative example of modern card production. It achieves a perfect 10 across all five NGA sub-categories, resulting in an undisputed Gem Mint designation. The combination of razor-sharp corners, impeccable centering, and a flawless surface gloss makes this one of the finest known examples of this specific Tim Hortons release. It represents the pinnacle of condition for high-end hockey card collectors.
Subgrades
Centering
10
The card displays flawless 50/50 centering on the front, perfectly framing the Game Day Action design. The reverse side is equally precise, meeting the strictest Gem Mint requirements.
Corners
10
All four corners are razor-sharp and show no signs of handling or softening. Under 10x magnification, the tips remain perfectly pointed with no fraying of the paper stock.
Edges
10
The edges are pristine with a clean, sharp factory cut. There is a complete absence of chipping, silvering, or whitening along the dark borders of the card's perimeter.
Surface
10
The surface is entirely flawless, exhibiting a high-gloss finish with no scratches, dimples, or scuffing. The foil stamping is perfectly applied without any flaking or oxidation.
Print Quality
10
The print registration is exceptionally sharp, providing a high-definition image of Crosby. Colors are vibrant and saturated, with no visible print dots, hickeys, or ink spray.
