- (1) 1993 Finest Duane Ward Refractor #17 Graded NM PSA 7
Card Overview
Step back in time to the groundbreaking debut of Topps Finest with this iconic 1993 Finest Duane Ward Refractor. This card represents a pivotal moment in the history of modern sports card collecting, as the 1993 Finest set introduced the hobby to the concept of premium chromium cards and the highly coveted Refractor parallel. Featuring Duane Ward, the dominant setup man for the World Series-winning Toronto Blue Jays, this card captures the essence of 90s baseball and the burgeoning era of chase inserts. Its distinct iridescent shine and scarcity make it a cornerstone for any serious vintage parallel collector.
Card Details
- Player: Duane Ward
- Team: Blue Jays
- Position: Pitcher
- Year: 1993
- Set: Finest
- Card Number: #17
- Autograph: No
- Parallel: Refractor
- Serial Number: No
- Rarity: High Rarity — Refractors were inserted at an exceptionally rare rate of 1 in 12 packs, making them one of the most sought-after parallels of their era.
Grading & Condition
This esteemed card has been professionally authenticated and graded by PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator), receiving a grade of Near Mint (NM) 7. The PSA certification number is 64516092, verifiable on PSA's official database. A grade of NM 7 indicates a card in excellent condition for its age, typically exhibiting only minor corner wear, slight surface scratches, or minor print defects. Centering may also be slightly off-perfect. For a card from the dawn of premium parallels, a PSA 7 represents a solid, collectible example of this scarce Refractor. It is securely encased in a tamper-evident PSA slab, ensuring its preservation and enhancing its display value.
| Autographed | No |
|---|---|
| Card Condition | Near Mint or Better |
| Card Name | Duane Ward |
| Card Number | 17 |
| Certification Number | 64516092 |
| Features | Refractor |
| Grade | 7 |
| Graded | Yes |
| League | MLB |
| Manufacturer | Topps |
| Original/Licensed Reprint | Original |
| Parallel/Variety | Refractor |
| Player/Athlete | Duane Ward |
| Professional Grader | PSA |
| Season | 1993 |
| Set | Finest |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Team | Blue Jays |
| Type | Sports Trading Card |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Year Manufactured | 1993 |
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