1981 Topps Joe Montana #216

This signed Montana rookie card has visual authority. The rich black autograph has commanding presence and contrasts the card well. The centering is the final straw that has triggered my acquisition protocols; should this card's owner find his computers locked, I assure you all it has NOTHING to do with this card.

The card is almost spotless to the eye when you look at it. It seems a bit OC from left to right but nothing dramatic. The black auto pops off the color.

Great card with a clear, bold, and well placed auto. Can't ask for more than that on an iconic signed rookie card.

The thing here is no flaws jump out at me, even on a long look. If I have to wait this long to be bothered by anything GT it is.

The centering on this is rare on its own. Then add an auto that jumps out at you.

Love this card and love the auto. Want to peel that dumb sticker off the back, tho.

Nothing bothers my eye here at all. The centering is sweet, the auto leaps off the card at me, just a great looking classic. The only football card I have to have at all times in my collection!

Centering + auto combo is elite. Excited to see the technical grade here. GT for me!

The Montana Man comes thru again. With a card and auto combo that works so well together. Everything about it just shouts out enjoyment Great Card to show and brag about

Great centering and nice bold auto. Minor surface snow in the background keeps it from GT.