- (1) 1991 Topps Jose Canseco Desert Shield #390 Graded NM-MT PSA 8
Card Overview
Step back in time to the early 90s with this incredibly sought-after 1991 Topps Jose Canseco All-Star Desert Shield card. Featuring one of baseball's most electrifying, albeit controversial, power hitters in his Oakland Athletics uniform, this card represents a unique piece of both sports and military history. The "Desert Shield" parallel was a special, limited distribution of the 1991 Topps set provided exclusively to U.S. military personnel serving during Operation Desert Shield/Storm. Its distinctive foil shield logo on the front signifies its rarity and historical significance, making it a true treasure for collectors of vintage, historically relevant, and high-grade baseball cards.
Card Details
- Player: Jose Canseco
- Team: Oakland Athletics
- Position: Outfielder
- Year: 1991
- Set: Topps All-Star, Desert Shield
- Card Number: #390
- Parallel: Desert Shield (Distinguished by the foil shield logo)
- Autograph: No
- Serial Number: No
- Rarity: High Rarity — the Desert Shield variant is significantly rarer than the standard base set due to its limited military-only distribution.
Grading & Condition
This remarkable card has been professionally authenticated and graded by PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator), receiving an impressive grade of NM-MT 8 (Near Mint-Mint). The PSA certification number is 80039527, which can be verified on PSA's official online database. A grade of NM-MT 8 indicates that the card boasts excellent centering, sharp corners, clean edges, and a strong surface, exhibiting only minor imperfections consistent with its age and the stringent standards of professional grading. To find a Desert Shield parallel in such a strong condition further amplifies its collectible appeal and scarcity.
| Autographed | No |
|---|---|
| Card Condition | Near Mint or Better |
| Card Name | Jose Canseco |
| Card Number | #390 |
| Certification Number | 80039527 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Customized | No |
| Features | Graded |
| Grade | 8 |
| Graded | Yes |
| Insert Set | All-Star |
| Language | English |
| League | MLB |
| Manufacturer | Topps |
| Original/Licensed Reprint | Original |
| Parallel/Variety | Desert Shield |
| Player/Athlete | Jose Canseco |
| Print Run | Limited (Desert Shield) |
| Professional Grader | PSA |
| Season | 1991 |
| Set | 1991 Topps All-Star, Desert Shield |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Team | Oakland Athletics |
| Type | Sports Trading Card |
| Vintage | No |
| Year Manufactured | 1991 |
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