Beckett Mint 9 Appraisal

1991 Topps Frank Thomas #410 Beckett Graded Mint 9 with Game-Used Patch

This item is a professionaly graded 1991 Topps Frank Thomas baseball card, number 410, housed in a Beckett (BGS) tamper-evident protective slab. The card depicts the Chicago White Sox legend in his iconic batting stance. This specific piece is a 'Layer Token' variety featuring an embedded game-used patch visible in the top right corner of the slab, which adds significant collectible value. The Beckett grading label assigns it a Mint 9 grade, indicating exceptional physical condition with sharp corners, clean edges, and vibrant color preservation. The card is presented in a custom red and black display box with foam padding, which is part of a premium collector's set. The slab appears free of major scratches or scuffs, maintaining high clarity for viewing the card's details and the integrated fabric swatch. The '40 Years of Baseball' Topps logo is visible on the card front, cementing its place in early 1990s hobby history. As a Mint 9 specimen with a game-worn relic component, it represents a high-quality investment piece for sports memorabilia collectors focusing on Hall of Fame players and modern error/relic variations.