August Card & Memorabilia Auction Closing August 28-29
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/28/2021
Graded NM-MT+ 8.5 by BGS, with signature graded “10” by Beckett. Lionel Messi shines on this clean Panini National Treasures Century Collection Material Autographs collectible portraying the six-time Ballon d’Or winner in a classic sky blue and white Argentina primary kit. Messi took home his first major international trophy with Argentina in the 2021 Copa America with a 1-0 win over Brazil at the fabled Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. Messi has signed this card in vibrant blue ink. A sky blue player-worn material jersey graces the card’s front below a crisp photograph of the all-time great in his Albiceleste primary kit. The card’s BGS condition report: Centering: 9, Corners: 8.5, Edges: 8.5, Surface: 8. A statement on the card’s back by Panini attests to the authenticity of the signature and memorabilia component, and serves as the item’s COA. The limited-edition piece is serial-numbered “15/20.” Near Mint to Mint-plus condition.