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Castle Van
Nintendopes Stickers Open Edition - Artist Mark Pingitore Auto  ·  2021  ·  #6b
8.5 Crown Grade
Near Mint+
Cert # 000035424
Subgrades
8.5 Centering
9 Corners
8.5 Edges
7.5 Surface
Centering65/35 or better on the front. 80/20 or better on the back.
CornersCorners are mostly sharp with very slight wear at the tips. Imperfections are barely noticeable without magnification.
EdgesEdges have almost no signs of fraying, chipping, and nicks. Under magnification, multiple flaws are visible, but not significant.
SurfaceVery clean surface with only the slightest signs of wear. Light scratches, tiny marks, & print lines are visible under close inspection.
✍️ Autograph Authentication Crown Verified
This card carries a blue ink autograph from artist Mark Pingitore, signed vertically along the left edge of the sticker beside the Castle Van artwork. The signature has a fluid, flowing line with tapered ends and natural overlap where the letters join, and it sits right where Pingitore usually signs. Crown Grading compared it with known Mark Pingitore signatures, and Crown staff reviewed and approved it, so Crown Grading authenticates this autograph as genuine.
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Card Notes
Nintendopes Stickers represent a distinctive moment in early 2020s collectibles, when artists began reimagining nostalgic video game characters through custom sticker art. Mark Pingitore's open edition series captured collector enthusiasm during the trading card and alternative collectibles boom, offering accessible original artwork rather than traditional sports or entertainment licensing. These stickers bridged fine art and fandom culture, appealing to both collectors and art enthusiasts. Castle Van showcases Pingitore's playful take on video game iconography, transforming familiar characters into whimsical compositions. Collectors appreciate this series for its accessibility and the artist's distinctive style, which brings personality and contemporary art sensibility to beloved gaming references. The autographed version adds personal connection between artist and collector.
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Grade Count
8.5 THIS SLAB 1
★  Subgrade Ranking
Ranks #1 of 1 among Grade 8.5 copies
Subgrade Profile — Centering / Corners / Edges / Surface
8.5 / 9 / 8.5 / 7.5
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