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2017 LEAF POP CENTURY BURT YOUNG NSCC VAULT PROOF 1/1
2017 LEAF POP CENTURY BURT YOUNG NSCC PROOF 1/1
This one-of-a-kind Pop Century proof card features a striking portrait of Burt Young, best known for his unforgettable portrayal of Paulie Pennino in the iconic Rocky film series. Released exclusively at the 2017 National Sports Collectors Convention, this unreleased proof card was never part of any public set and is serial-numbered 1/1.
Originally issued through Leaf’s internal pre-production archive and not distributed in packs, this proof is a rare vault find for Rocky fans and card collectors alike.
CARD DETAILS
- Produced By: Leaf Trading Cards
- Edition or Numbered: 2017 NSCC Vault Proof (1/1)
- Front: Features a clean studio headshot of Burt Young above bold “Pop Century” branding, event-stamped "2017 NSCC" and "1/1 PROOF" text printed directly below, all framed by a deep blue proof border design
- Back: Blank white back typical of all Leaf proof vault releases
- Card Size: 3.5 x 2.5 inches
- Slab Size: Not Slabbed. Raw Card.
- Authentication: Leaf Authenticated on-card
- Graded: Not Graded. See Quality Assessment.
QUALITY ASSESSMENT
The card boasts a vibrant blue border with sharp color contrast, surrounding a clean, centered image of Burt Young. The “Pop Century” logo and print text are well-aligned and crisp, enhancing the card’s visual appeal as a pre-production display.
As an unreleased proof, the card has no autograph or inscriptions, and shows excellent surface condition with no visible blemishes or edge wear. The blank back is pristine and consistent with Leaf’s vault-issued format. A well-preserved candidate for third-party encapsulation if desired.
LEAF CERTIFICATION (VAULT PROOF)
- Originally part of Leaf’s internal vault proof archive
- Event designation: 2017 National Sports Collectors Convention
- Designated as a 1/1 Proof - no duplicates exist
- Eligible for PSA/DNA, Beckett, or additional third-party verification
- Raw card format allows flexible display or future submission
A must-have for any serious Rocky collector, fan of the late Burt Young (Paulie Pennino), autograph enthusiast, or investor looking to ride the rising value of Rocky & Sylvester Stallone autographs and memorabilia. This card was sourced from the Collection of Charlie Owen—an elite archive of rare Rocky memorabilia, widely recognized as housing the world’s largest and most complete Rocky toy collection.
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