1990 Topps Nolan Ryan 5000 Strikeouts #1 Baseball Card

This is a 1990 Topps baseball card featuring legendary pitcher Nolan Ryan, specifically celebrating his milestone of reaching 5,000 career strikeouts. The card measures approximately 2.5 by 3.5 inches and is constructed from standard cardstock material common to the early 1990s. The design is characterized by a vibrant color palette, including a bright yellow background repeating the number '5000' in green, accented by an orange and white checkered border. The card features a cutout photo of Nolan Ryan in his Houston Astros uniform mid-pitch, wearing a navy jersey and white pants with black and orange stripes. The name 'Astros' appears in blue bubble lettering at the top left, and 'NOLAN RYAN' is printed in a blue banner at the bottom. The Topps logo is visible in the top right corner. From the image, the card is housed in a clear protective top-loader. The centering appears slightly heavy toward the left and bottom borders. The corners seen through the case appear relatively sharp, though some minor white chipping or surface wear may be present along the edges consistent with a card of this age. This card is a mass-produced item from the 'junk wax' era, yet it remains a popular commemorative piece among collectors due to Nolan Ryan's Hall of Fame status.