- (1) 1991 Topps Ray Lankford Desert Shield #682 Graded NM PSA 7
Card Overview
This 1991 Topps Desert Shield Ray Lankford card represents a unique piece of baseball card history, featuring the promising St. Louis Cardinals outfielder. The Desert Shield parallel is incredibly significant, as these cards were exclusively distributed to U.S. military personnel serving overseas during Operation Desert Storm, making them considerably rarer and more coveted than their standard Topps counterparts. For collectors seeking a distinct and scarce variant from the early 90s, this card is a must-have, showcasing both a popular player and a compelling backstory.
Card Details
- Player: Ray Lankford
- Team: St. Louis Cardinals
- Position: OF
- Year: 1991
- Set: 1991 Topps Desert Shield
- Card Number: #682
- Parallel: Desert Shield (Distinguished by the unique foil logo on the card back)
- Autograph: No
- Serial Number: Not Serial Numbered
- Rarity: High Rarity — The Desert Shield variant is significantly scarcer than the standard 1991 Topps release.
Grading & Condition
This valuable collectible has been professionally authenticated and graded by PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator), receiving a solid grade of NM 7 (Near Mint). The PSA certification number is 80040058, verifiable on PSA's official registry. A grade of NM 7 indicates that the card presents with excellent eye appeal for its age and rarity. It typically exhibits only minor flaws such as slight wear on corners, clean edges, a relatively clean surface free of major imperfections, and acceptable centering, all of which are consistent with this highly desirable example of a 1991 Topps Desert Shield card. Encapsulated in a protective PSA slab, this card is preserved for future enjoyment and investment.
| Autographed | No |
|---|---|
| Card Condition | Near Mint or Better |
| Card Name | Ray Lankford |
| Card Number | 682 |
| Certification Number | 80040058 |
| Features | Parallel, Graded, Desert Shield Logo |
| Grade | 7 |
| Graded | Yes |
| League | MLB |
| Manufacturer | Topps |
| Original/Licensed Reprint | Original |
| Parallel/Variety | Desert Shield |
| Player/Athlete | Ray Lankford |
| Print Run | Limited |
| Professional Grader | PSA |
| Season | 1991 |
| Set | 1991 Topps Desert Shield |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Team | St. Louis Cardinals |
| Type | Sports Trading Card |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Year Manufactured | 1991 |
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