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Hurling for Houston
Pacific Nolan Ryan Set  ·  1991  ·  #51
8.5 Crown Grade
Near Mint+
Cert # 000056172
Subgrades
8.5 Centering
9 Corners
8 Edges
8.5 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 very minimal nicks, fraying, & chipping. Not noticeable upon quick inspection, but after thorough evaluation it is slightly visible.
SurfaceVery clean surface with no visible scratches or marks under normal inspection. Only tiny imperfections visible under magnification.
Card Notes
The 1991 Pacific Nolan Ryan Set stands as a unique tribute to one of baseball's most iconic pitchers during a particularly meaningful moment in his career. Released while Ryan was still active with the Texas Rangers, this specialized set captured the interest of both Ryan devotees and general collectors who recognized the significance of honoring a future Hall of Famer at the height of his legendary tenure. Pacific's focused approach to documenting Ryan's career through this dedicated set demonstrated the trading card industry's ability to create commemorative products celebrating individual players. This card features Ryan in his Rangers uniform, emphasizing his connection to Houston and Texas baseball. The "Hurling for Houston" title references Ryan's impact on the region during his playing years. Collectors seek this card for its direct focus on one of baseball's most revered figures and the set's specific documentation of this important chapter in Ryan's storied career.
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Population Insights
1 Total Pop
1 This Grade
0 Higher 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
8.5 / 9 / 8 / 8.5
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1 Equal
0 Lower
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