2014 PANINI PRIZM WORLD CUP GOLD PRIZMS LIONEL MESSI /10 #12 PSA 9 MINT Jan 27 Written By Crista Moreno The FIFA World Cup is by far the most viewed sporting event, catering to millions of in-person fans packing massive arenas in addition to television and streaming viewers that can reach one billion per match. When a superstar the likes of Lionel Messi is on the pitch, the entire world seemingly tunes in. An Argentine international, Messi is both the country's most capped player and their all-time leading goal scorer. At the age of 19, during the 2006 FIFA World Cup, Lionel Messi became the youngest Argentine to play and score in a match. Fast forward eight years, an even more skilled Messi became the Argentine captain and had his squad among the favorites to win the prestigious event. Throughout the tournament's length, Messi dominated for his country scoring four goals and winning the Golden Ball award. Argentina advanced all the way to the final where the Germans defeated them 1 - 0. The 2014 Panini Prizm World Cup set features players from all 32 participating countries. This inaugural World Cup set has become highly sought after throughout the years, featuring many of football's greatest talents, including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Robin Van Persie, and Pele. Several parallels exist within the set, perhaps none more important than Gold Prizm. Encased in a PSA 9 holder is the Gold Prizm parallel to Lionel Messi's #12 card, which features the superstar in the midst of an attack on goal. This serial stamped 09/10 example is fresh like it recently emerged from a pack, boasting undeniable MINT preservation. The large amount of gold holofoil on the front surface is blemish free, absent of typical indents and scuffs. The card's fragile edges lack chipping and the alignment is 50-50. Near undetectable touches to the reverse upper two corner tips are likely all that caused PSA to hesitate awarding the '10' grade. Few other Messi productions rival this card's value, scarcity, and desirability. Messi is a big time footballer with nearly 300 million Instagram followers—many of which would love to own this iconic World Cup card. PWCC recommends serious investors consider adding this issue to their collection. Crista Moreno
2014 PANINI PRIZM WORLD CUP GOLD PRIZMS LIONEL MESSI /10 #12 PSA 9 MINT Jan 27 Written By Crista Moreno The FIFA World Cup is by far the most viewed sporting event, catering to millions of in-person fans packing massive arenas in addition to television and streaming viewers that can reach one billion per match. When a superstar the likes of Lionel Messi is on the pitch, the entire world seemingly tunes in. An Argentine international, Messi is both the country's most capped player and their all-time leading goal scorer. At the age of 19, during the 2006 FIFA World Cup, Lionel Messi became the youngest Argentine to play and score in a match. Fast forward eight years, an even more skilled Messi became the Argentine captain and had his squad among the favorites to win the prestigious event. Throughout the tournament's length, Messi dominated for his country scoring four goals and winning the Golden Ball award. Argentina advanced all the way to the final where the Germans defeated them 1 - 0. The 2014 Panini Prizm World Cup set features players from all 32 participating countries. This inaugural World Cup set has become highly sought after throughout the years, featuring many of football's greatest talents, including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Robin Van Persie, and Pele. Several parallels exist within the set, perhaps none more important than Gold Prizm. Encased in a PSA 9 holder is the Gold Prizm parallel to Lionel Messi's #12 card, which features the superstar in the midst of an attack on goal. This serial stamped 09/10 example is fresh like it recently emerged from a pack, boasting undeniable MINT preservation. The large amount of gold holofoil on the front surface is blemish free, absent of typical indents and scuffs. The card's fragile edges lack chipping and the alignment is 50-50. Near undetectable touches to the reverse upper two corner tips are likely all that caused PSA to hesitate awarding the '10' grade. Few other Messi productions rival this card's value, scarcity, and desirability. Messi is a big time footballer with nearly 300 million Instagram followers—many of which would love to own this iconic World Cup card. PWCC recommends serious investors consider adding this issue to their collection. Crista Moreno
