Item Report
Topps Jose DeLeón Cardinals Metal Collectible Plaque
By: Topps
Style: Modern Sports Memorabilia
Origin: United States
Materials: Embossed metal (likely aluminum or zinc alloy)
Age: circa 1990s
Condition: Very Good (minor surface marks, otherwise well-preserved, not officially graded)
Value: $5–$15 (auction estimate for a single plaque, unless rare variant)
Maker's Marks / Writing: Topps logo, 'Cardinals', 'Jose DeLeón' clearly inscribed on the front.
Date: 2025-06-11 19:36:21.265371
Description:
This item is a metal collectible plaque featuring a raised image of Jose DeLeón, a pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals, produced by Topps. The plaque mimics the form of a trading card but is crafted from metal, giving it a distinctive weight and feel. Such pieces were often part of special sets or premium promotions in the 1990s and early 2000s, targeting sports memorabilia collectors.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A collectible item appealing to baseball and memorabilia collectors, especially fans of the St. Louis Cardinals or Jose DeLeón. Noted for its unique presentation compared to standard trading cards, though values remain modest unless part of a limited release or set.
Individual Images:
- Only the front of the plaque is visible. Raised text and image are crisp
- with some light surface scratches that are consistent with gentle handling. No major nicks
- dents
- or visible corrosion. No back view or packaging present
- which can sometimes confirm limited edition status.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Very Good (minor surface marks, otherwise well-preserved, not officially graded)
Identification Score: 98%
This is a highly recognizable Topps-issued metal plaque featuring Jose DeLeón of the Cardinals, as seen from the clear bas relief text and the familiar Topps logo. The only uncertainty is the exact promotional set or year.
Authenticity Score: 95%
The quality of the metalwork and clear logo placement suggest this is an authentic Topps promotional item. Minor deduction due to lack of back view or official packaging.
Image Memory Note
Jose DeLeón Topps Cardinals metal plaque, clear portrait and logo, front side only. Modest value unless part of complete or rare set.
Keywords
Jose DeLeón, Topps, Cardinals, metal plaque, sports memorabilia, baseball collectible, United States
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