- (1) 1991 Topps Craig Biggio Desert Shield #565 Graded NM-MT PSA 8
Card Overview
This card represents a remarkable intersection of baseball history and military valor. Featuring Hall of Famer Craig Biggio of the Houston Astros, this is the highly sought-after 1991 Topps Desert Shield parallel. Distributed exclusively to U.S. troops serving in Operation Desert Storm, these cards were never released commercially, making them significantly rarer and more historically significant than their standard Topps counterparts. Biggio, a beloved figure and cornerstone of the Astros franchise, is depicted during his early career as a catcher, adding to the card's nostalgic appeal. This unique piece offers collectors a tangible connection to both a baseball legend and a pivotal moment in American history.
Card Details
- Player: Craig Biggio
- Team: Houston Astros
- Position: Catcher
- Year: 1991
- Set: 1991 Topps Desert Shield — distinguished by the unique Desert Shield logo on the front, indicating its limited distribution to U.S. military personnel during Operation Desert Storm.
- Card Number: #565
- Parallel: Desert Shield
- Autograph: No
- Serial Number: Not Serial Numbered
- Rarity: High Rarity — The Desert Shield set is notoriously scarce, with far fewer copies produced than the standard Topps release, making this a challenging card to find, especially in high grades.
Grading & Condition
This historic card has been professionally authenticated and graded by PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator), receiving an impressive grade of NM-MT 8. This signifies near mint to mint condition, a highly desirable state for a card from the 1991 era, especially given the handling and distribution methods of the Desert Shield set. The card exhibits sharp corners, a clean surface, and strong centering, all preserved within its tamper-evident PSA slab. The PSA certification number is 80039592, assuring its authenticity and grade, which can be verified on PSA's official website.
| Autographed | No |
|---|---|
| Card Condition | Near Mint or Better |
| Card Name | Craig Biggio |
| Card Number | 565 |
| Certification Number | 80039592 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Customized | No |
| Features | Graded, Parallel, Short Print |
| Grade | 8 |
| Graded | Yes |
| Language | English |
| League | MLB |
| Manufacturer | Topps |
| Material | Card Stock |
| Original/Licensed Reprint | Original |
| Parallel/Variety | Desert Shield |
| Player/Athlete | Craig Biggio |
| Print Run | Limited |
| Professional Grader | PSA |
| Season | 1991 |
| Set | 1991 Topps Desert Shield |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Team | Houston Astros |
| Type | Sports Trading Card |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Year Manufactured | 1991 |
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