Not a football player (Richard Byrd, Polar Explorer / Historical Figure)
N/A - Historical Figure / Explorer · N/A - Non-Sport Trading Card
Leaf Pieces of the Past #Not explicitly visible
Year & Era
Recent / Modern Era (Pieces of the Past Historical Set)
Card Type
Historical Insert / Base Non-Sport Card
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (PSA 7-8 equivalent due to potential bottom corner/edge wear and tear), though this is a non-sport historical card rather than a football card.
Rarity
Common insert / base card from a mass-produced historical multi-sport/non-sport product.
Overall Assessment
This is a historical non-sport trading card featuring Richard E. Byrd rather than a football card. It is in decent raw condition with minor edge/corner wear, holding nominal value suitable for a history enthusiast or casual collector.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (PSA 7-8 equivalent due to potential bottom corner/edge wear and tear), though this is a non-sport historical card rather than a football card.
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears slightly heavy to the right and top, roughly 55/45.
Surface Condition
Glossy black finish with clean presentation, though minor light surface scuffs or fingerprints may be present under direct light.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners overall, though the bottom right corner shows a slight softness or minor ding.
Edge Condition
Clean black borders with minimal chipping, typical of modern card stock.
Print Quality
High-contrast black and gold metallic foil stamping with a glossy finish, standard for Leaf products.
Estimated Value
$1 - $5 USD (Raw, non-sport insert value)
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for the set with standard factory cut and finish.
Authentication Tips
Check for foil reflectivity and sharp modern card stock consistency.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading as the grading fees would far exceed the market value of the card.
Red Flags
None observed. Note that this is not a football card despite the prompt's sports focus.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from modern Leaf Pieces of the Past hobby boxes or packs.
Historical Context
Features Admiral Richard E. Byrd, known for polar exploration and aviation history, included in a set celebrating historical icons.
Market Trends
Stable low-end value typical of historical inserts featuring non-athletes.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential; primarily of interest to topical or historical figure collectors.
Similar Cards
Other historical figures from Leaf Pieces of the Past sets.
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top-loader or magnetic one-touch holder.
Interesting Facts
Richard E. Byrd was a pioneering American naval officer and explorer who claimed to have flown over both the North and South Poles.