Description: This 1997 Pinnacle Inside WNBA Court Collection trading card features Cynthia PSA PSA 10! Very tough parallel to grade, low pop! Cynthia Cooper-Dyke, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in WNBA history, made an indelible mark on the league during its formative years. As a member of the Houston Comets, Cooper-Dyke led the team to four consecutive championships from 1997 to 2000, earning WNBA Finals MVP honors each time. Known for her scoring prowess and clutch performances, she was a two-time league MVP (1997, 1998) and became the WNBA’s first true superstar. Despite joining the league at the age of 34 after an illustrious international career, Cooper-Dyke dominated from the start, showcasing a rare combination of skill, leadership, and competitive fire that set the standard for future generations of players. For sports card collectors, Cynthia Cooper-Dyke’s cards represents an unparalleled piece of WNBA history. Her dominance during the league’s early years helped establish the WNBA as a legitimate professional basketball league and brought attention to the incredible talent in women’s basketball. Cards from the 1990s are especially prized because they capture the essence of Cooper-Dyke’s unparalleled achievements during the league’s infancy. These cards are not only rare but also embody a time when the league and its players were paving the way for a new era in sports. Owning a Cooper-Dyke card is like holding a piece of basketball history that celebrates her contributions as a player who defied age and expectations to achieve greatness. What makes collecting Cynthia Cooper-Dyke’s sports cards from the 1990s particularly exciting is their extreme rarity and the challenges of obtaining them in high grades. Cards from this era were produced in limited quantities, and women’s basketball cards, in particular, were not widely collected at the time. Furthermore, the delicate nature of these older cards makes them prone to wear and tear, adding to the difficulty of finding high-grade, certified examples. For dedicated collectors, acquiring one of these rare pieces is not just about the value but also about honoring the legacy of a player who defined excellence in the WNBA’s early years. A Cooper-Dyke card is a testament to her greatness and a must-have for fans who appreciate the history of the game. The card is a standard size and part of the original set, manufactured by Pinnacle in the United States. It is a parallel/variety card, with features including being a rookie card. The card is a must-have for fans and collectors of basketball memorabilia, especially those who support the Houston Comets and appreciate the talent of Cynthia Cooper-Dyke. It is an excellent addition to any sports trading card collection and a valuable piece for those who love basketball history.
Price: 674.95 USD
Location: San Diego, California
End Time: 2025-01-12T18:58:22.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Card Size: Standard
League: Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Autographed: No
Set: 1997 Pinnacle Inside WNBA
Player/Athlete: Cynthia Cooper-Dyke
Year Manufactured: 1997
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Event/Tournament: WNBA Finals
Type: Sports Trading Card
Sport: Basketball
Parallel/Variety: Court Collection
Language: English
Manufacturer: Pinnacle
Team: Houston Comets
Features: Rookie, Parallel/Variety
Season: 1997
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States