2013 Rookies & Stars Tom Brady #59 Jersey Fusion (BGS 9.5 Gem Mint)

This is a 2013 Panini Rookies & Stars #59 football card featuring Tom Brady of the New England Patriots. The item is a 'Jersey Fusion' variant, which uniquely integrates an authentic game-used swatch of fabric directly into the presentation. The card depicts Brady in his white away jersey, poised to throw a football, with a vertical red and blue 'BRADY' graphic on the left. Inside the Beckett (BGS) slab, there is a visible dark blue game-used swatch positioned at the top right of the inner display. The piece is professionally encapsulated in a heavy-duty, tamper-evident clear plastic holder, which provides structural protection and UV resistance. The grading label from Beckett Grading Services indicates a grade of 9.5 'Gem Mint' with serial number 0018736723. The label specifies the item includes a 'Game Used Swatch' and is part of the 'Jersey Fusion' series. Centering, corners, edges, and surface appear impeccable as denoted by the Gem Mint designation. There are no visible scratches on the slab, and the interior card maintains vibrant colors and sharp focus, with high-quality printing on premium cardstock. This modern collectible represents a crossover between standard trading cards and memorabilia, highly sought after due to Brady's legacy and the high grade assigned by a reputable third-party authenticator.