Up for sale is a premier football collectible, the iconic
1989 Score Barry Sanders Rookie Card, design number 257. This vintage piece commemorates the historic first-year campaign of the legendary Hall of Fame running back for the Detroit Lions. The card has been officially authenticated, preserved, and encased in a clear archival slab by Beckett Grading Services (BGS). It carries a final tier grade of 8.5 Near Mint to Mint Plus, matching serial registration number 0004861708. This is a must-have pillar piece for advanced sports card collectors and Detroit Lions franchise enthusiasts alike. The item will be shipped securely in a box with multi-layer bubble protection to preserve its current state.
The card is graded a Near Mint-Mint plus 8.5 overall by Beckett Grading Services with the unique certification serial number 0004861708. A detailed inspection of the four grading categories reveals an exceptional surface subgrade of 9.5, confirming the glossy finish and color depth are near flawless. The corners and edges are strong and sharp, both earning a solid mint subgrade of 9.0. The overall grade is capped at an 8.5 due to a centering subgrade of 8.0, as the image sits slightly off-center within the green borders. The rear card stock is clean with bright text and sharp edges that match the professional evaluation.
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