Marquis Grissom Autographed 1991 Topps - Operation Desert Shield #283 Montreal Expos Card
Add a signed card of former All-Star center fielder Marquis Grissom with this 1991 Topps Operation Desert Shield #283 Montreal Expos issue.
This card comes from the highly desirable 1991 Topps Operation Desert Shield set, one of the most sought-after parallel issues of the modern baseball card era. Produced exclusively for distribution to United States military personnel serving during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, these cards can be identified by the gold foil Desert Shield emblem stamped on the front. Their limited distribution and historical significance have made them favorites among collectors for decades.
Marquis Grissom enjoyed an outstanding 17-year Major League career, becoming one of the premier center fielders of his generation. A four-time All-Star, four-time Gold Glove Award winner, and two-time World Series champion, Grissom compiled 2,251 career hits, 429 stolen bases, and 227 home runs while earning a reputation as one of baseball's most complete players.
Known for his exceptional speed, defensive excellence, and consistency at the plate, Grissom became a cornerstone of the Montreal Expos during the 1990s. He later helped lead the Atlanta Braves to the 1995 World Series Championship and remains one of the most accomplished players in Expos franchise history.
This card was issued during the early stages of Grissom's career as he emerged into one of the National League's brightest young stars, making the Desert Shield version especially desirable among collectors.
Card Details:
- Player: Marquis Grissom
- Team: Montreal Expos
- Set: 1991 Topps Operation Desert Shield
- Card Number: #283
- Type: Desert Shield Parallel Card
- Position: Center Fielder
- Condition: NM-MT or better
Authentication:
- Personally signed by Marquis Grissom
- Signature obtained through a private signing conducted by Under the Radar Sports Promotions
- Guaranteed to pass any third-party authentication service
A fantastic addition for Expos fans, Topps collectors, Desert Shield collectors, autograph collectors, Marquis Grissom collectors, military-themed card collectors, or collectors of Montreal Expos memorabilia.