Item Report
Mark Davis Padres Limited Edition Metal Relief Baseball Card
By: Unknown (likely licensed by MLB or card company such as Topps or Upper Deck)
Style: Sports Memorabilia / Modern Baseball Collectible
Origin: United States
Materials: Metal (likely pewter or similar alloy)
Age: Circa late 1980s to early 1990s
Condition: Very Good (light surface wear, notable details remain sharp, not officially graded)
Value: $10-$30
Maker's Marks / Writing: PADRES, Mark Davis; card brand marking not confirmed in this image
Date: 2025-06-11 19:38:00.638470
Description:
This is a limited edition metal relief baseball card featuring Mark Davis, a pitcher who played for the San Diego Padres. The card depicts a raised, sculpted image of Davis in uniform, along with his name and the Padres team name. It is modeled after a traditional trading card design but cast in metal, likely produced as a collectible rather than for in-game use. These specialty metal cards were popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s among sports memorabilia collectors, sometimes as premium inserts or commemorative items.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A collectible metal relief card commemorating Mark Davis' tenure with the Padres, this item is a niche but attractive sports memorabilia piece. While not especially rare or high-value in the current market, it is of interest to collectors of baseball novelties and fans of Davis or the Padres.
Individual Images:
- No additional detail images were supplied
- so assessment is based solely on the main card image. Surface looks clean with some minor scratches/wear; relief details are clear
- no bends or cracks noted.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Very Good (light surface wear, notable details remain sharp, not officially graded)
Identification Score: 98%
The relief features a recognizable portrait of Mark Davis and Padre branding; the raised format, the player's name, and overall style clearly identify this as a metal commemorative card from the late 20th century.
Authenticity Score: 90%
This appears to be a genuine metal card from a recognized series, based on its materials, design, and details. However, authentication is not absolute without packaging or certification, which limits the score.
Image Memory Note
This is a metal relief baseball card featuring Mark Davis as a pitcher for the San Diego Padres, likely from a late 1980s/1990s collectible series.
Keywords
Mark Davis, Padres, Metal Baseball Card, Relief Card, Sports Memorabilia, Baseball Collectible, United States
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