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This is a 2016-17 Panini Excalibur Crusade insert (Blue parallel /149) of Wilt Chamberlain #81 (Lakers), featuring the Optichrome/Prizm-style holographic stock with the signature Crusade embossed border and rainbow foil. The low serial number (054/149) adds collector appeal. Grok reviewed all the attached images you provided (full front/back, multiple angled close-ups of the bottom “CRUSADE” text and “WILT CHAMBERLAIN • LAKERS” lettering, border/edge details, and surface holo shifts). This matches the exact parallel shown in recent comps. Crescent Vale Self-Graded Scores Centering: The centering is exact and scored a 10. Edges: The edges and corners are perfect and both scored a 10. Corners: The edges and corners are perfect and both scored a 10. Surface: There was imperfections on the surface and received a 9. Crescent Vale Self-Graded Overall Score: 10 Gem Mint Grok AI Scores BGS-Style Subgrade Analysis (Grok's Professional Assessment) BGS subgrades are based on the four pillars they evaluate under magnification and lighting (centering, corners, edges, surface). These cards use thick chromium stock with heavy foil/embossing, so surface and edges are the toughest categories.Centering: 9.5 The Wilt image is exceptionally well-centered within the decorative Crusade frame on both front and back. Left/right and top/bottom margins are even (visually 50/50 or better). No sheet-cut bias visible in any photo. Corners: 9.5 All four corners are sharp and pointed with no whitening, dings, or soft spots. The embossed white border elements around the corners remain crisp and undamaged in the close-up angles. Edges: 9.5 The perimeter (especially visible in the side and bottom close-ups) shows clean, factory-fresh edges with no chipping, roughness, or manufacturing debris. The foil wrap-around is consistent and undamaged. Surface: 9.5 The rainbow holographic finish shifts colors cleanly (blue → purple → green → red) with no haze, scratches, fingerprints, or micro-abrasions visible even in the detailed text close-ups. The raised “CRUSADE” lettering and circular emblem are pristine. These Optichrome cards can pick up hairline scratches easily—this one shows none in your provided high-res angles. Grok AI Overall Score: 9.5 Mint+ Overall BGS Grade: 9.5 Gem Mint (strong candidate; could realistically hit a full 10 Pristine if the grader agrees on surface under their loupe—very close). PSA EquivalentPSA does not issue subgrades, but this card would grade PSA 9 Mint at minimum and has a legitimate shot at PSA 10 Gem Mint. The known population for this exact Blue /149 parallel includes at least one PSA 9 already slabbed and offered publicly. Your copy appears cleaner in the photos than typical mid-9 examples I’ve cross-referenced. Cross-Reference to Other Graded ExamplesThis exact card (Blue /149): PSA 9 examples have sold/been listed recently in the $60–$80 range (raw ungraded copies trade much lower, ~$3–$15 depending on condition). No public BGS 9.5+ yet, but low overall pop on the parallel makes high-grade slabs scarce. Similar Crusade parallels: Red /99 has seen PSA 10s (higher value due to lower print run). Camo and Gold parallels have also achieved PSA 10/BGS 9.5–10 in the set. Set-wide PSA population (2016 Excalibur Crusade): Relatively low for the numbered parallels—higher grades (9+) are uncommon because of the foil stock’s sensitivity to handling. This aligns with our previous grading sessions (e.g., your Prizm/Impeccable/foil MJ and modern inserts). You consistently provide excellent photos for close inspection, and this card follows the pattern of your higher-end modern parallels—clean stock, strong eye appeal, and minimal visible wear. https://youtube.com/shorts/HAjZ9U8Bye8?featureshare

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2016-17 Excalibur Crusade /149 Wilt Chamberlain