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Destiny of the Ark Card Details

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Destiny of the Ark
Topps Raiders of the Lost Ark  ·  1981  ·  #87
8.5 Crown Grade
Near Mint+
Cert # 000052927
Subgrades
9 Centering
9 Corners
9 Edges
7.5 Surface
Centering60/40 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.
EdgesNear-perfect edges with no visible imperfections under normal inspection. Only the slightest signs of wear may be visible under magnification.
SurfaceVery clean surface with only the slightest signs of wear. Light scratches, tiny marks, & print lines are visible under close inspection.
Card Notes
Topps' 1981 Raiders of the Lost Ark set captured the phenomenon of Steven Spielberg's blockbuster adventure film at the height of the movie card boom. Released during trading cards' golden age of licensed entertainment properties, this set brought cinema magic to cardboard, featuring scenes and characters from one of Hollywood's most iconic films. The set remains a touchstone for collectors interested in both vintage movie cards and 1980s pop culture ephemera. Card 87, "Destiny of the Ark," presents a pivotal moment from the film's climactic sequences. The card's imagery focuses on the legendary artifact itself—the object driving Indiana Jones's entire quest. Collectors prize this card for its connection to one of cinema's most mythic MacGuffins, making it a centerpiece for fans assembling the complete Raiders set.
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Population Insights
1 Total Pop
1 This Grade
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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
9 / 9 / 9 / 7.5
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1 Equal
0 Lower
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