- (1) 1991 Topps Oddibe McDowell Desert Shield #533 Graded EX PSA 5
Card Overview
Immerse yourself in a truly unique piece of baseball and military history with this 1991 Topps Oddibe McDowell Desert Shield parallel. Far rarer than its standard Topps counterpart, this card carries the distinct historical significance of being distributed exclusively to U.S. military personnel serving during Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm. Featuring the instantly recognizable 'Operation Desert Shield' logo on the front, this card represents a fascinating intersection of sports collecting and a pivotal moment in global events, making it a highly coveted addition for collectors seeking scarce and historically relevant 90s era issues, regardless of the player.
Card Details
- Player: Oddibe McDowell
- Team: Braves
- Position: OF
- Year: 1991
- Set: 1991 Topps Desert Shield
- Card Number: #533
- Parallel: Desert Shield — distinguished by a foil 'Operation Desert Shield' logo on the front
- Autograph: No
- Serial Number: None
- Rarity: Excellent — This parallel is exceptionally rare due to its limited and exclusive distribution to military personnel, making it significantly scarcer than the standard Topps issue.
Grading & Condition
This iconic card has been professionally graded by PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator), receiving an impressive grade of EX 5 (Excellent). The PSA certification number is 80040052, ensuring its authenticity and grade can be verified on the PSA database. An EX 5 grade indicates the card shows some moderate wear, such as minor corner rounding, light surface scratches, or a slight print imperfection, but remains appealing and intact. Given the challenging conditions under which Desert Shield cards were distributed, finding examples, even in mid-grades like this, is highly desirable and speaks to its enduring historical and collectible value.
| Autographed | No |
|---|---|
| Card Condition | Excellent |
| Card Name | Oddibe McDowell |
| Card Number | 533 |
| Certification Number | 80040052 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Customized | No |
| Event/Tournament | Operation Desert Shield |
| Features | Graded, Parallel, Short Print |
| Grade | 5 |
| Graded | Yes |
| Insert Set | Desert Shield |
| Language | English |
| League | MLB |
| Manufacturer | Topps |
| Material | Card Stock |
| Original/Licensed Reprint | Original |
| Parallel/Variety | Desert Shield |
| Player/Athlete | Oddibe McDowell |
| Print Run | Limited |
| Professional Grader | PSA |
| Season | 1991 |
| Set | 1991 Topps Desert Shield |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Team | Braves |
| Type | Sports Trading Card |
| Vintage | No |
| Year Manufactured | 1991 |
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