Walter Payton Memorabilia Appraisal

Walter Payton 1980s 1000 Yard Club Jersey Fusion Game Used Swatch Card

This item is a 1980s era Topps style football card featuring legendary Chicago Bears running back Walter Payton, encapsulated within a modern Jersey Fusion 'Legendary Collection' acrylic holder. The card design is part of the '1000 Yard Club' subset, characterized by its distinctive blue border and neoclassical column graphic elements bordering a central action photograph of Payton in his iconic number 34 jersey. This specific 'Jersey Fusion' release incorporates an authentic 'Game Used Swatch'—a piece of fabric from a jersey worn by the athlete in a game—integrated into the card's presentation. The card is professionally sealed in a thick, clear plastic slab that serves both as protection and a certificate of authenticity for the embedded memorabilia swatch. At the top of the slab is a metadata label with an 'Authentic Collection' holographic seal and serial number (JD13342751). The condition appear excellent, with the slab showing no significant scratches or scuffs, preserving the card's vibrant blues and crisp white detailing. The craftsmanship reflects the higher-end 'Legendary Collection' tier of third-party sports memorabilia, designed for high-value collectors and display.