Shawn Kemp Trading Card Appraisal

1989-90 NBA Hoops Shawn Kemp Rookie Card

This item is a 1989-90 NBA Hoops Shawn Kemp Rookie Card, encased within a clear, hard plastic top-loader for protection. The card features a primary image of Shawn Kemp in his Seattle SuperSonics uniform, green with yellow trim, prominently displaying his jersey number 40. He is depicted holding a basketball, likely during a game with spectators visible in the background. The text "SHAWN KEMP" is printed in a light gray font at the top left, with "Forward/ Center" directly below it in a smaller font. A "ROOKIE" designation, highlighted in yellow with a red and blue star graphic, is located at the top right. Along the bottom edge, "NBA HOOPS" is visible in white against a green band, indicating the card's manufacturer and series. To the right of "NBA HOOPS," the Seattle SuperSonics logo, featuring a skyline within a basketball hoop, is clearly displayed. The card appears to be in excellent condition, with no visible creases, tears, or significant edge wear, suggesting it has been well-preserved within its protective casing. The colors are vibrant and the image clarity is high, indicating good printing quality. This card is a representative example of early 1990s basketball card design and manufacturing. Given its "Rookie" status and visible branding, it dates to the 1989-1990 NBA season. The hard plastic case shows some minor surface scuffs, but these do not seem to affect the card's condition itself. No specific serial numbers or unique markings are discernible from the provided image.