Chris Paul
Point Guard (Note: This is a basketball card, not football, but evaluated based on visible image data) · New Orleans Hornets
Topps Triple Threads #Numbered 6/9
Year & Era
2007-08 — Modern Era (Basketball)
Card Type
Autograph Triple Relic Parallel Numbered /9
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Extremely rare, serial numbered 6 of 9 (/9) print run.
Overall Assessment
An incredible low-numbered multi-relic autograph card of a legendary point guard, highly desirable for serious collectors despite being a basketball card submitted under a sports memorabilia prompt.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears reasonably well-balanced within the thick stock constraints, slightly heavy to the right.
Surface Condition
Clean surface with multi-color patches and sticker autograph; thick card stock typical of Triple Threads shows minimal wear in holder.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners protected inside the magnetic holder.
Edge Condition
Clean edges typical of thick memorabilia cards.
Print Quality
High-end Topps manufacturing featuring foil accents and multi-break relics.
Estimated Value
Estimated between $300 - $600 USD based on low-numbered Chris Paul memorabilia cards from this era.
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to other low-numbered Topps Triple Threads auto-relic cards of star point guards from the late 2000s.
Authentication Tips
Check serial numbering stamp, autograph legitimacy, and authentic Topps relic embedding.
Grading Recommendation
BGS or SGC preferred for thick relic and autograph cards to grade sub-grades securely.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed in the holder, though thick cards require inspection for surface indentation.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from Topps Triple Threads basketball hobby boxes.
Historical Context
From the prime New Orleans Hornets era of Chris Paul's career as one of the game's elite floor generals.
Market Trends
Stable to appreciating demand for low-numbered star vintage/modern cards of future Hall of Famers.
Investment Potential
Strong long-term hold due to extreme scarcity and Hall of Fame player trajectory.
Similar Cards
Other Chris Paul Topps Chrome rookies, Topps Triple Threads parallels, and high-end patch autos.
Display & Preservation
Best kept in a UV-protected magnetic holder or graded slab away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Numbered out of just 9 copies, making it an ultra-scarce find for player collectors.