Nolan Ryan 'K-Man' Custom Patch Card
Hand-crafted custom sports card / Mixed media trading card • Jarrett Fraulo (JF Custom Cards)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Sports Pop Art / Retro-Custom Card movement
Medium & Technique
Inkjet/digital printing on cardstock with an embedded textile (jersey patch) and custom 'JF' (Jarrett Fraulo) branding
Creation Period
Modern (post-2015 custom creation using 1991 Score design aesthetics)
Dimensions & Format
2.5 x 3.5 inches (Standard Trading Card size), Portrait format
Subject Description
A dynamic portrait of MLB pitcher Nolan Ryan in a Texas Rangers uniform mid-pitch, featuring a stylized 'K-MAN' lightning bolt text. It includes an embedded diamond-shaped window showcasing a red, white, and blue jersey patch.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent (NM-MT); the card appears well-centered and securely housed in a protective recessed screw-down case
Estimated Market Value
$50.00 - $150.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$40.00 - $120.00 USD
Provenance History
Privately created custom piece; typically sold directly from the artist to collectors via online platforms or specialized hobbyist groups
Art Historical Significance
Represents the modern 'Custom Card' movement where artists use vintage aesthetics (1991 Score) to create 'cards that never were.' It captures the cult following of Nolan Ryan and the secondary market's demand for unique artistic sports memorabilia.
Notable Features
Distinctive 'JF' artist logo in upper left corner; use of high-contrast 'K-MAN' typography; authentic-looking 'Score 91' branding used in a parody/homage context.
Condition Issues
None visible; no whitening of corners or surface scratches detectable through the case.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep in a UV-protected magnetic one-touch or screw-down holder; avoid direct sunlight to prevent fading of the custom inks and discoloration of the textile patch.
Collector Notes
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