Baltimore Orioles Appraisal

Vintage Jim Palmer Baltimore Orioles Baseball Card

This item is a vintage baseball trading card, likely from the 1970s, featuring pitcher Jim Palmer of the Baltimore Orioles. The card is rectangular in shape, made of cardstock, and features a color photographic image of Jim Palmer in mid-pitch. He is wearing a white and orange Orioles uniform with the number 22 visible on his chest. The image quality appears good for its age, though there might be some slight color fading consistent with vintage printed materials. The card has a distinctive design with an orange border that frames the central image. Above the image, text reads "BALTIMORE" and "PITCHER" in an angular font, separated by a pointed graphic element. Below the image, "JIM PALMER" is printed on the left side, and "ORIOLES" is printed on the right, also separated by a similar pointed graphic. The edges of the card show noticeable wear, including rounding of the corners and some minor creasing, particularly visible on the bottom right corner and along the left edge. There is also a visible scuff or light crease towards the top center edge. The overall condition suggests that it has been handled and stored without a protective sleeve for some time. The textured background in the image surrounding the card suggests it rests on a fabric surface, possibly indicating it is part of a larger collection or set out for display. The card's design and colors are indicative of baseball cards from that era.