1991-92 UPPER DECK
NOLAN RYAN
FINAL GRADE
9
MINT
Card Info
Year
1991-92
Company
UPPER DECK
Name
NOLAN RYAN
Number
#345
Summary
This 1991 Upper Deck Nolan Ryan card presents in outstanding condition, earning a Mint grade of 9. The card exhibits excellent centering on both the front and back, with ratios that are highly appealing and well within the parameters for this grade level. All four corners are notably sharp and crisp, showing only the most minute, almost imperceptible wear upon close inspection.
The edges are remarkably clean and smooth, free from any significant chipping or fraying, maintaining a pristine appearance. The card's surface is vibrant and largely flawless, devoid of any major scratches, indentations, or print defects. Print quality is excellent, characterized by sharp focus, vivid colors, and precise registration, contributing significantly to the card's overall visual appeal. This card is a superb example, showcasing only one very minor flaw that prevents it from achieving a Gem Mint designation.
The edges are remarkably clean and smooth, free from any significant chipping or fraying, maintaining a pristine appearance. The card's surface is vibrant and largely flawless, devoid of any major scratches, indentations, or print defects. Print quality is excellent, characterized by sharp focus, vivid colors, and precise registration, contributing significantly to the card's overall visual appeal. This card is a superb example, showcasing only one very minor flaw that prevents it from achieving a Gem Mint designation.
Subgrades
Centering
9
Excellent centering is observed on the front, approximately 55/45 left to right and top to bottom, which is well within the acceptable range for a Mint grade. The back also presents with excellent centering, showing similar ratios.
Corners
9
All four corners are sharp and crisp, exhibiting only the slightest, almost imperceptible touch of wear under magnification, consistent with a Mint grade.
Edges
9
The edges are very clean and smooth, showing no significant chipping, fraying, or wear. Any minor imperfections are extremely subtle and do not detract from the overall pristine appearance.
Surface
9
The card's surface is clean and vibrant, free from major scratches, indentations, or print defects. A very faint, isolated print dot or minor surface imperfection may be present upon close inspection, but it is not distracting.
Print Quality
9
The print quality is excellent, with sharp focus, vibrant colors, and clear registration. There are no significant print lines, color shifts, or other manufacturing flaws that would impact the card's visual appeal.