"1990 Topps #247 Jerry Reed Mariners ERROR CARD Birth Date Misprint MINT NM-MT"

"Description

You're looking at a fascinating piece of baseball printing history - a 1990 Topps Jerry Reed #247 in spectacular Near Mint to Excellent condition! This isn't just any baseball card - it contains a rare birth date error that makes it truly unique!

This stunning example stands out dramatically from the typically well-worn specimens from this era. The notoriously condition-sensitive blue borders remain vibrant and chip-free - a true rarity for cards from this distinctive Topps design!

What makes this card particularly special is the obvious printing error on the back where Topps mistakenly lists Reed's birth year as ""11-1-96"" - which would have made him a negative 6 years old when this card was printed! These printing anomalies are increasingly sought after by error card specialists.

The action shot perfectly captures Reed in his classic Mariners uniform (#33), showcasing the pitching form that made him a reliable reliever during his MLB career. This error variation represents a fascinating printing mistake that slipped past Topps quality control!

Perfect for error card collectors, Mariners team collectors, or anyone seeking unusual pieces of baseball card history. The distinctive blue borders of the Mariners design create a striking visual appeal that stands out dramatically in any collection!

Condition

This card is in remarkable Near Mint to Excellent condition - truly outstanding preservation from the junk wax era! The notorious blue borders, which typically show significant edge chipping, remain impressively intact.

The corners are razor sharp with absolutely no rounding or wear - a condition virtually never seen in cards from this set after 30+ years. Most examples found today show significant corner damage.

The surfaces remain pristine with no creases, folds, bends, or handling marks. The glossy finish on the front maintains its original luster with no scratches or scuffing.

Centering is exceptional and well within the coveted 55/45 or better ratio that serious collectors demand. Finding well-centered examples from the 1990 Topps set continues to become more challenging with each passing year.

Color retention is superb with vibrant blues and oranges that remain as bright as the day this card was printed. Most surviving examples show significant fading or color degradation after decades of storage.

The card back is equally pristine with sharp printing, no staining, and excellent overall eye appeal. The yellow background remains bright with no fading or yellowing often seen on cards from this era.

Card Details

• Player: Jerry Reed - Seattle Mariners Relief Pitcher

• Card Number: #247

• Year: 1990 Topps

• Error Feature: Incorrect birth date listed as ""11-1-96"" (an impossible date for a player active in 1990)

• Uniform Number: #33 visible on jersey

• Minor League Achievement: Recorded 17 saves at Reading in 1981

• Personal Details: The card mentions his wife and three children (Cody, Travis, and Hayley)

• Hometown: Bristol City, North Carolina

• Career Statistics: Complete year-by-year pitching statistics from 1980-1989

• Design Elements: Distinctive blue borders with orange team name - specific to Mariners team design

Rarity

While 1990 Topps cards were produced in significant quantities, finding examples in this exceptional condition with notable printing errors is becoming increasingly difficult with each passing year.

High-grade examples like this are becoming more challenging to locate as collectors become more condition-conscious and the best examples are permanently sealed in graded slabs for long-term collections.

The distinctive blue borders of the Mariners design are notoriously susceptible to chipping and wear, making well-preserved examples increasingly uncommon as time passes. The vast majority of survivors show significant border damage.

The birth date error adds a fascinating layer of collectibility that standard cards from this era lack. Error card collecting continues to gain popularity as collectors seek unique variations that stand out from common base cards.

As the hobby continues to evolve, these printing anomalies are gaining greater appreciation among collectors looking for distinctive conversation pieces that go beyond the standard mass-produced cards of the era.

Collector's Note

The market for high-grade error cards has experienced remarkable growth in recent years as collectors seek unique pieces that tell interesting stories beyond just player statistics. Error cards represent a fascinating aspect of card production history.

Savvy collectors understand that while millions of these cards were printed, the vast majority were poorly handled, stored in detrimental conditions, or simply discarded. True gem specimens of cards with distinctive printing errors represent a tiny fraction of the original print run.

This is potentially your BEST CHANCE to acquire a high-grade example of this birth date error card before prices for pristine error cards continue their upward trajectory! The market is increasingly recognizing the scarcity of genuinely Near Mint-Mint examples with fascinating printing anomalies.

The investment potential for error cards continues to show strong growth as collectors seek pieces that stand out from standard base cards. These printing mistakes provide a fascinating glimpse into the production processes and quality control limitations of the era.

This card represents a perfect conversation piece for any error card collection, Seattle Mariners team collection, or showcase of printing anomalies from baseball card history. The condition quality and unusual birth date error make it a fascinating display piece!

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Don't Wait - Act Now!

The window of opportunity to acquire premium condition examples with fascinating printing errors continues to narrow as more collectors recognize the appeal of these unique variations and their condition sensitivity.

Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a genuine piece of baseball card printing history featuring an impossible birth date error in exceptional condition before it disappears into another collection for decades!"

 _gsrx_vers_1723 (GS 9.9.3 (1723))

Condition: Ungraded

Item specifics

Offered by Gosla Antiques & Collectibles, purveyors of antiquities, curiosities and collectible wares. Dispatched from Pennsylvania, United States, with tracking.