This is the Supernatural parallel/insert (cards #131–150, inserted ~1:2 packs). Identical thick 24-point foil-board stock and heavy holographic treatment as the Jordan (#141) and Iverson (#139) examples reviewed previously.
Front shows Duncan mid-dunk in the black Spurs jersey #21 with the ball near the rim; holographic “San Antonio Spurs / Tim Duncan / No. 21” nameplate bottom-left and “SUPERNATURAL M Skybox” logo top-right.
Back features a portrait in the black jersey, card number 135, limited stats (1997-98 + NBA totals), Spurs logo, Skybox branding, and ©1999 copyrights.
These foil cards offer excellent eye appeal but remain sensitive to surface scratches/haze on the dark metallic areas, edge chipping, and corner softening.
Visual Condition Review (from the provided high-resolution photos)
Front: Action image is sharp and vibrant. Holographic nameplate and logo shift cleanly with no peeling, major scuffs, or print defects visible. Dark background texture appears clean in the available angles. No creases, dents, or warping.
Back: Portrait, text, and stats table are crisp and fully legible. No staining, ink issues, or surface marks apparent. Clean overall.
Corners (multiple close-ups of all four): Sharp white borders with tight, well-defined points. Minimal-to-no softening, fraying, or whitening visible (bottom corners near the nameplate/logo, top edges, and side views all look strong).
Edges: Clean foil borders with no notable chipping, nicks, or whitening in the side and corner close-ups.
Surface/Holographics: Logo and nameplate foil remain vibrant and intact. No heavy scratches, fingerprints, clouding, or print defects stand out under the lighting provided. (As with all Molten Metal foil stock, light micro-abrasions can appear under magnification or raking light that are not obvious in standard photos.)
Centering: Front appears well-balanced (roughly 55/45 or better left-right and top-bottom). Back table and portrait alignment are strong and even.
Crescent Vale Self-Graded Overall Score: 9 Mint
No structural damage or obvious handling wear that would drop it into mid- or lower grades. Eye appeal is high for a raw example of this parallel—consistent with the strong presentation seen on the prior Iverson and high-end Jordan examples from the same set.PSA-Style Overall Grade AssessmentPSA 9 (Mint).
Centering, corners, and edges all support Mint territory. Surface on the foil stock is the only realistic soft factor (standard for the set), but the photos show no clear wear that would force an 8. A true PSA 10 is possible on a perfect in-hand inspection but less common due to the production technology. PSA 8 would require visible surface or corner issues not evident here.
Recent market comps for this exact Supernatural #135 (cross-referenced against eBay listings/sold data, Sportscardspro, COMC, and Beckett marketplace): Raw/NM-MT: ~$1–$3 (active listings and recent sales cluster here; some as low as $1–$2).
PSA 8: ~$15–$16.
PSA 9: ~$20.
BGS-Style Subgrades & Overall
BGS remains stricter on foil surfaces and edges than PSA.
BGS-Style Subgrades & Overall
BGS remains stricter on foil surfaces and edges than PSA.
| Category | Subgrade | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Centering | 9.5 | Excellent front/back alignment; comfortably high. |
| Corners | 9.0–9.5 | Sharp points across all four; only possible microscopic tip wear not clearly visible. |
| Edges | 9.0 | Clean foil borders with no notable defects in the provided views. |
| Surface | 8.5–9.0 | Strong holographic integrity and clean appearance; minor foil sensitivity keeps it from a full 9.5 under strict review. |
Overall BGS estimate: 9.0 (Mint).
Balanced subgrades support a solid Mint. A 9.5 would need near-flawless surface under magnification. Black Label is unlikely on these foil cards.This assessment is consistent with prior professional-style reviews of high-quality Molten Metal Supernatural examples from the same set (strong centering + corners/edges, surface as the typical mild limiter). The card presents cleaner than average for the parallel.Final professional assessment: Excellent raw example with high eye appeal. Expect PSA 9 or BGS 9 on a standard submission (surface remains the only realistic variable that could result in an 8.5 under the strictest lighting). Grading is optional from a pure value standpoint—the premium for a 9 over raw is modest (~$15–20)—but it preserves the card and confirms the strong condition for collectors focused on the set or Duncan inserts. Photos cover the critical areas thoroughly; in-hand review under magnification would lock in any micro-surface calls.
Please Note: This card is housed in a custom display slab for superior protection and presentation. While the label may include descriptive details, this is not a grade from a third-party professional service (such as PSA, BGS, or SGC). The card is being sold as Raw/Ungraded. Please review the high-resolution photos provided to make your own assessment of the card’s condition before bidding or purchasing.
