2015 TOPPS A&G MINI IVAN DRAGO #229 10TH ANNIVERSARY BLACK/SILVER BORDER REGULAR BACK SIGNED BY DOLPH LUNDGREN

This is the 2015 Topps Allen & Ginter Mini #229 featuring Dolph Lundgren as Ivan Drago from Rocky IV (1985), part of the 10th Anniversary Black/Silver Border subset. Hand-signed by Lundgren in metallic silver paint pen, this mini card is a unique, stylized tribute to one of cinema’s most iconic villains.

Privately signed and not third-party certified, this piece represents one of the few genuine in-person autographs still circulating outside formal grading channels.

CARD DETAILS

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• Produced By: Topps Allen & Ginter (A&G)
• Edition or Numbered: #229 Mini 10th Anniversary Black/Silver Border - Regular Back
• Front: The card features Dolph Lundgren as Ivan Drago from Rocky IV, captured in a dramatic, stylized pose from the film. The 10th Anniversary black and silver border design adds a premium, vintage-inspired touch to the iconic Allen & Ginter mini format. Signed boldly by Lundgren in silver paint pen, the signature arcs cleanly across Drago's chest for maximum visibility and visual impact.
• Back: Classic Allen & Ginter “World’s Champions" layout with detailed character biography highlighting Drago’s infamous rise through the ranks and his legendary bout against Rocky Balboa. Includes official Rocky IV and Topps licensing credits, with the regular back design. Text is crisp and well-centered, rounding out the card’s appeal for both autograph and non-sport collectors.
• Card Size: 2.625 x 1.75 inches
• Slab Size: Not Slabbed. Raw Card.
• Authentication: Obtained In-Person
• Graded: Not Graded. See Quality Assessment.
  

QUALITY ASSESSMENT

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The card design pairs vintage-inspired borders with a stark black/silver anniversary theme, enhancing the menacing aura of Drago. No major surface defects are visible under natural light; corners appear sharp for a raw mini card of this age.

The bold silver paint pen autograph is clear and fully centered over Drago’s body. There is no ink bleeding, smudging, or skipping. Placement is excellent, with bold stroke quality throughout. A strong candidate for third-party authentication and grading if desired.

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A must-have for any serious Rocky collector, fans of Ivan Drago and Dolph Lundgren, or investor looking to ride the rising value ofSylvester Stallone autographs and memorabilia. This card was sourced from the Collection of Charlie Owen—an elite archive of rare Rocky memorabilia, widely recognized as housing the world’s largest and most complete Rocky toy collection.

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