Sejong the Great and King Taejo of Goryeo
Historical Monarchs / Rulers · Korean Royal Dynasty / Historical Figures
Pieces of the Past Authentic Relics #Not explicitly visible
Year & Era
Modern Era (Non-Sport Historical Release)
Card Type
Dual Relic Insert Parallel
Grade
Raw — Appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Uncommon modern manufactured relic insert, though exact print runs vary per release.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking dual-relic card featuring notable Korean monarchs, ideal for history buffs and alternative trading card collectors.
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears fairly well-centered with minor top-to-bottom variance, back unexamined.
Surface Condition
High-gloss rainbow foil finish shows minor hairline scratches on the reflective surface typical of raw foil cards.
Corner Condition
Corners appear relatively sharp with minimal softening visible under close inspection.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cut, no major chipping or denting observed.
Print Quality
High-gloss metallic rainbow refractor stock with sharp image rendering and embedded fabric relic squares.
Estimated Value
$10 - $30 USD raw, depending on specific relic variations and collector demand for historical figures.
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with standard retail or hobby pulls from the Pieces of the Past historical trading card line.
Authentication Tips
Verify the embossed foil stamping and consistent font typography against known Pieces of the Past production standards.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a specialized collection, as raw modern relics often do not command grading fee returns.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard cardstock and authentic-style relic embedded windows.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from a Pieces of the Past hobby or retail box featuring historical artifact cards.
Historical Context
Features King Sejong the Great, known for creating the Korean alphabet Hangul, and King Taejo, founder of the Goryeo Dynasty.
Market Trends
Niche market appeal driven by history enthusiasts and crossover collectors rather than traditional sports card investors.
Investment Potential
Stable niche value, primarily dependent on personal collector interest in historical figures rather than sports performance.
Similar Cards
Other Pieces of the Past historical relics featuring world leaders, monarchs, and founding figures.
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and a semi-rigid holder or magnetic card case to protect the delicate foil surface from scratching.
Interesting Facts
Pieces of the Past cards are famous for embedding simulated or actual historic relics and fabric swatches representing famous historical figures.