- (1) 1991 Topps Rickey Henderson Desert Shield #391 Graded NM-MT PSA 8
Card Overview
Own a piece of baseball history with this iconic 1991 Topps Rickey Henderson Desert Shield card. Featuring the legendary "Man of Steal" in his classic Oakland Athletics uniform, this card is far more than a standard issue. The Desert Shield parallel represents a fascinating chapter in collecting, as these cards were produced in limited quantities and distributed exclusively to military personnel deployed during Operation Desert Storm. Its unique historical context, coupled with Rickey Henderson's Hall of Fame legacy, makes this a highly sought-after and genuinely rare collectible for any serious baseball card enthusiast or historical hobbyist.
Card Details
- Player: Rickey Henderson
- Team: Oakland Athletics
- Position: Outfielder
- Year: 1991
- Set: 1991 Topps Desert Shield
- Card Number: #391
- Parallel: Desert Shield (Distinguished by the foil "Desert Shield" logo on the front)
- Autograph: No
- Serial Number: No
- Rarity: High Rarity — a very scarce parallel, significantly rarer than its standard Topps counterpart due to its limited military distribution.
Grading & Condition
This exceptional card has been meticulously evaluated and authenticated by PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator), receiving an impressive grade of NM-MT 8 (Near-Mint to Mint). The PSA certification number for this card is 80039626, verifiable on PSA's official online registry. A grade of 8 signifies a card that exhibits excellent centering, sharp corners, clean edges, and a blemish-free surface, indicating a well-preserved example of this special and rare issue. Encapsulated in a secure, tamper-evident PSA slab, this card is protected for generations to come.
| Autographed | No |
|---|---|
| Card Condition | Near Mint or Better |
| Card Name | Rickey Henderson |
| Card Number | #391 |
| Certification Number | 80039626 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Customized | No |
| Features | Graded, Parallel, Rare |
| Grade | 8 |
| Graded | Yes |
| Language | English |
| League | MLB |
| Manufacturer | Topps |
| Original/Licensed Reprint | Original |
| Parallel/Variety | Desert Shield |
| Player/Athlete | Rickey Henderson |
| Print Run | Limited |
| Professional Grader | PSA |
| Season | 1991 |
| Set | 1991 Topps Desert Shield |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Team | Oakland Athletics |
| Type | Sports Trading Card |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Year Manufactured | 1991 |
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