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"Keep the Ball Down"
Pacific Nolan Ryan Set  ·  1991  ·  #11
9 Crown Grade
Mint
Cert # 000056137
Subgrades
8.5 Centering
9 Corners
9 Edges
9 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.
EdgesNear-perfect edges with no visible imperfections under normal inspection. Only the slightest signs of wear may be visible under magnification.
SurfaceNear-perfect surface with only the tiniest imperfections visible under close inspection. Surface appears clean and free of noticeable marks.
Card Notes
The 1991 Pacific Nolan Ryan Set remains one of the most celebrated single-player releases of the early 1990s. Pacific's decision to dedicate an entire set to the Texas Rangers legend during his final years was a genuine tribute to Ryan's incomparable career. Released when Ryan mania was at its peak, this set captured collectors' imaginations and helped establish Pacific as an innovative force in the trading card market during an era defined by specialty releases and player-focused collections. Card 11, "Keep the Ball Down," showcases Ryan's mastery of pitching fundamentals through its instructional photography. The card illustrates one of baseball's most essential mechanics from a legendary pitcher's perspective. Collectors value this entry for its educational quality and its place within the complete set narrative—a visual reminder of the precision and discipline that defined Ryan's Hall of Fame career.
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Population Insights
1 Total Pop
1 This Grade
0 Higher Grade
0 Lower Grade
Grade Count
9 THIS SLAB 1
★  Subgrade Ranking
Ranks #1 of 1 among Grade 9 copies
Subgrade Profile — Centering / Corners / Edges / Surface
8.5 / 9 / 9 / 9
0 Better
1 Equal
0 Lower
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