1980-81 DONRUSS
JACK NICKLAUS
FINAL GRADE
8.5
NM-MT+
FRONT
BACK
Card Info
Year
1980-81
Company
DONRUSS
Name
JACK NICKLAUS
Set
PGA TOUR
Number
#13
Summary
This 1980 Topps PGA Tour Jack Nicklaus card presents exceptionally well, earning a strong NM-MT+ grade of 8.5. The card boasts excellent visual appeal with vibrant colors and a sharp image of the legendary golfer. Its overall condition is indicative of careful preservation, showcasing a card that is nearly flawless.
While exhibiting strong characteristics across all grading subcategories, the card's centering, though excellent, shows a very minor bias, and the corners and edges reveal only the most microscopic of imperfections upon intense magnification. The surface and print quality are outstanding for the era, with any minor flaws being negligible and not detracting from the card's high-grade aesthetic.
This card is a prime example of a high-grade vintage collectible, offering a superb addition to any collection. Its minor flaws are consistent with the NM-MT+ designation, requiring close inspection to discern, and do not diminish its impressive presentation.
While exhibiting strong characteristics across all grading subcategories, the card's centering, though excellent, shows a very minor bias, and the corners and edges reveal only the most microscopic of imperfections upon intense magnification. The surface and print quality are outstanding for the era, with any minor flaws being negligible and not detracting from the card's high-grade aesthetic.
This card is a prime example of a high-grade vintage collectible, offering a superb addition to any collection. Its minor flaws are consistent with the NM-MT+ designation, requiring close inspection to discern, and do not diminish its impressive presentation.
Subgrades
Centering
8.5
Excellent centering with a very slight bias to the left and top on the front, remaining well within the parameters for the grade. The back exhibits similar characteristics, showing a minor shift to the left.
Corners
8.5
All four corners are sharp, exhibiting only the slightest hint of wear or a microscopic touch of fuzzing upon close inspection, consistent with the NM-MT+ grade.
Edges
8.5
The edges are very clean and smooth, showing only a microscopic imperfection or two that does not detract from the overall pristine appearance. No significant chipping or rough areas are present.
Surface
8.5
The card's surface is largely pristine, free of major scratches, creases, or indentations. A very faint, minor surface imperfection or a tiny print dot may be present upon very close scrutiny, but is not distracting.
Print Quality
8.5
Excellent print quality with vibrant colors and sharp focus. Registration is strong, with only the most minor, typical print imperfections for the era, not impacting the card's visual appeal.
