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Chintai
Topps Nintendo Game Tip Stickers  ·  1989  ·  #19
8.5 Crown Grade
Near Mint+
Cert # 000048593
Subgrades
8 Centering
8 Corners
9.5 Edges
9 Surface
Centering70/30 or better on the front. 85/15 or better on the back.
CornersClean corners with minor visible wear & softening. Tiny nicks are visible upon close inspection and more noticeable under magnification.
EdgesPerfect edges under normal inspection. Any tiny imperfections are barely visible under close magnification. Edges are sharp and clean.
SurfaceNear-perfect surface with only the tiniest imperfections visible under close inspection. Surface appears clean and free of noticeable marks.
Card Notes
# Card Notes The 1989 Topps Nintendo Game Tip Stickers represent a unique crossover between the explosive growth of Nintendo's home console market and the trading card boom of the late eighties. These stickers captured the instructional spirit of the era, offering players practical guidance for navigating Nintendo's expanding library. The set stands as a fascinating artifact of how manufacturers capitalized on gaming culture before strategy guides became ubiquitous, blending collectibility with genuine utility for young gamers. Chintai, card 19, features imagery tied to one of Nintendo's beloved titles from that generation. The sticker format and game-specific artwork appealed to collectors seeking something beyond traditional sports cards, representing Nintendo fandom at a formative moment. These game-focused stickers remain sought after by both Nintendo enthusiasts and vintage card collectors interested in the intersection of gaming and collectible culture.
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Population Insights
1 Total Pop
1 This Grade
0 Higher Grade
0 Lower Grade
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 / 8 / 9.5 / 9
0 Better
1 Equal
0 Lower
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