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March 1989
Playboy Chromium Cover Cards Edition 1  ·  1995  ·  #81
9.5 Crown Grade
Gem Mint
Cert # 000018103
Subgrades
9.5 Centering
10 Corners
9.5 Edges
9.5 Surface
Centering55/45 or better on the front. 70/30 or better on the back.
CornersPerfect corners with no signs of wear, nicks, or softening. The corners appear flawless under all forms of inspection and are as sharp as possible.
EdgesPerfect edges under normal inspection. Any tiny imperfections are barely visible under close magnification. Edges are sharp and clean.
SurfacePerfect surface under normal inspection. Any tiny imperfections are barely visible even under magnification.
Card Notes
The Playboy Chromium Cover Cards Edition 1 set from 1995 represents a unique intersection of trading card culture and mainstream collectibles during the mid-90s chromium boom. These cards reproduced iconic Playboy magazine covers in full chromium treatment, appealing to both card collectors and those seeking crossover memorabilia. The set captured a specific moment when chromium technology was still novel and premium, making these cards distinctive artifacts of 90s collecting enthusiasm. This March 1989 cover card showcases the magazine's signature aesthetic and design from that era. Collectors pursue these chromium reproductions for their visual appeal and as nostalgic records of Playboy's cultural influence during the late 80s. The combination of chromium printing technology and recognizable cover imagery made this set a notable curiosity within the broader trading card landscape.
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1 Total Pop
1 This Grade
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Grade Count
9.5 THIS SLAB 1
★  Subgrade Ranking
Ranks #1 of 1 among Grade 9.5 copies
Subgrade Profile — Centering / Corners / Edges / Surface
9.5 / 10 / 9.5 / 9.5
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1 Equal
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