Matt Cain Memorabilia Appraisal

Matt Cain 1st Perfect Game Authenticated Dirt Display

This item is a commemorative display celebrating Matt Cain's perfect game, the first in San Francisco Giants franchise history, which occurred on June 13, 2012, with a score of Giants 10 vs. Astros 0. The display features a central, circular gold-toned coin-like object that contains a sample of what appears to be authentic dirt. This 'dirt' element is granular and dark brown, encircled by the text 'AUTHENTICATED' and 'STADIUM DIRT' in an arced formation, suggesting its origin from the game's venue. A small, silver-toned holographic sticker with a visible serial number '562097 XX' is affixed to the bottom center of the dirt insert, likely serving as an authentication seal. The entire piece is encased in a clear plastic or acrylic holder, possibly a blister pack, with a black background insert. The insert prominently displays white text indicating the event: '1ST PERFECT GAME IN GIANTS FRANCHISE HISTORY MATT CAIN' at the top, and 'GIANTS 10 vs ASTROS 0 JUNE 13, 2012' at the bottom. The packaging appears to be in excellent condition, with no visible wear, scratches, or damage, suggesting it has been well-preserved or is relatively new. The overall presentation indicates a professionally manufactured collectible, likely produced shortly after the event in 2012. The specific materials include plastic/acrylic for the case, metal for the coin-like bezel, and natural dirt as the primary authenticated element. The clear casing allows for full visibility of the encapsulated memorabilia and descriptive text without direct handling, which also contributes to its pristine apparent condition. Quality indicators include the clear authentication sticker and the precise typography on the black background.