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Samus I. Ran Card Details

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Samus I. Ran
Nintendopes Stickers Open Edition - Artist Mark Pingitore Auto  ·  2021  ·  #4a
9 Crown Grade
Mint
Cert # 000035427
Subgrades
9.5 Centering
9 Corners
8 Edges
9 Surface
Centering55/45 or better on the front. 70/30 or better on the back.
CornersCorners are mostly sharp with very slight wear at the tips. Imperfections are barely noticeable without magnification.
EdgesEdges have very minimal nicks, fraying, & chipping. Not noticeable upon quick inspection, but after thorough evaluation it is slightly visible.
SurfaceNear-perfect surface with only the tiniest imperfections visible under close inspection. Surface appears clean and free of noticeable marks.
✍️ Autograph Authentication Crown Verified
This card carries an on-card autograph from artist Mark Pingitore, signed in dark blue ink along the left side of the artwork, running over Samus's figure and the background. The signature flows in one quick, confident motion with the loopy, slanted letters the artist is known for. Crown Grading compared it with other known Mark Pingitore signatures, and Crown staff reviewed the autograph and approved it, so Crown Grading authenticates it as genuine.
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Card Notes
The Nintendopes Stickers Open Edition represents a unique moment when trading card culture embraced unconventional subjects and artistic experimentation. Released in 2021, this set captured the playful intersection of nostalgia and contemporary art, offering collectors something decidedly different from traditional sports and gaming cards. Mark Pingitore's contributions helped define the set's irreverent charm, attracting collectors drawn to alternative takes on beloved pop culture icons. Card 4a features Samus Aran as reimagined through Pingitore's distinctive artistic lens. The character's iconic status in gaming history makes any interpretation compelling for collectors, while the artist's autograph adds a personal connection to the piece. This card exemplifies why the open edition resonated with those seeking personality and originality in their collections.
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Grade Count
9 THIS SLAB 1
★  Subgrade Ranking
Ranks #1 of 1 among Grade 9 copies
Subgrade Profile — Centering / Corners / Edges / Surface
9.5 / 9 / 8 / 9
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