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Larry Bird 2003 Exquisite Collection Quad Patch 2of3 (Rarest Bird first year Exquisite) BGS 9

Asset value
32.900 €
Issue price per Splint
50 €
Total number of Splints
658
Investment horizon in years
3 to 5
Return-to-Risk Assessment
7/10
Since launch April ‘25
+0.0%

Main reasons to invest

  • Return Potential📈: An investment of 500 EUR could reach an estimated value of 1,322 EUR in 5 years.

  • Cost-to-Return Ratio⚖: With just 3.1% annual total costs (including exit fees), your net profit could be 21.5% per year.

  • Rarest Larry Bird Ever Made 🏀: This card is more than rare—it’s unique. Of all Larry Bird cards produced across decades, none match this one’s combination of ultra-low print run, visual execution, and historical placement in Exquisite’s debut. It’s a basketball artifact wrapped in design, meaning, and mythology. For collectors chasing unicorns, this isn’t a card—it’s the Rarest Bird ever made.

Description

Valuation Summary đŸ“
To ensure the competitiveness of the investment, we conducted a thorough verification of the purchase price by analyzing recent transactions and current market values on the secondary sport card market taking into consideration the last series number multiple. Our analysis confirmed that the price offered, inclusive of all associated fees, is still highly competitive. To estimate the potential ROI, we used the historical performance data of the CardLadder Larry Bird card index. For our conservative scenario, we assumed the value of the card would grow at the rate of Swiss inflation, reflecting a defensive approach. In the balanced scenario, we calculated 50% of last 5 years CardLadder Larry Bird index. Finally, in the ambitious scenario, we applied 100% of last 8 years CardLadder Larry Bird index, reflecting an optimistic outlook.
Exit Options at Maturity đŸšȘ
We will manage the exit strategy on behalf of our investors, ensuring the best possible outcome based on market conditions at the time. Depending on the value of the card and the prevailing market situation, we can either sell the card privately to a collector or take it to auction. Both options are carefully considered, and we will choose the one that maximizes the return for our investors.
Why Invest in This Category? 🏀
Sports cards are an asset class that has enjoyed one of the highest multipliers in growth over the last 5 to 15 years among alternative investment vehicles. Sports cards have strong fundamentals in bringing high-valued licenses, age-tested brands, universal passion for sports, and transcendent talents together in innovative concepts.
Why Invest in This Asset? 💎
The 2003 Exquisite Collection changed the trading card world forever—introducing the first true luxury format with a then-unheard-of $500 price tag per box. Within this historic release, Larry Bird’s Quad Patch card, limited to just 3 copies, is the rarest Exquisite Bird ever created. Unlike rookies or active players who dominated the base parallels and logoman 1/1s, legends like Bird were sparsely included, making this quad patch a true anomaly—and a crown jewel for collectors.

Each half of the card is masterfully designed: one side features a full-body shot of Bird, the other a panel showcasing four massive, game-worn jersey patches. These aren't generic swatches—details include a corner cut, stitch lines, and dual triple-stripe elements that hint at his iconic #33 jersey. The foiled finish and elegant composition elevate the card into art, not just memorabilia.

Bird’s rĂ©sumĂ© is untouchable: three-time NBA champion, three-time consecutive MVP, Hall of Famer, and the namesake of the Eastern Conference Finals MVP trophy. His legendary left-handed 47-point game? Immortalized by the card image of him holding the ball in his left hand—a subtle nod for those who know.

What also makes this asset extraordinary is its pristine BGS 9 grade. Given the Exquisite Collection’s delicate edges and hand-packed nature, such a score represents elite condition. Add the fact that no recorded sales of this card exist, and you have an asset with zero market saturation, maximum intrigue, and iconic pedigree.
Context in Time ⏳
The card was released in 2003, the inaugural year of Exquisite—a time that redefined the hobby into a luxury collectibles market. As vintage cards appreciate and ultra-limited pieces disappear into permanent collections, first-year Exquisites are achieving grail status. With no other Bird card matching this rarity in the Exquisite set, this asset arrives at a time when historically significant, short-print cards are outperforming broader markets in both attention and price appreciation.
Conclusion 🎯
The Larry Bird 2003 Exquisite Quad Patch 2/3 is a once-in-a-generation opportunity. With no public sales history, ultra-premium grading, and Bird’s iconic legacy, this card represents the perfect blend of scarcity, prestige, and upside. It’s not just collectible—it’s irreplaceable. A true pillar for any elite sports card portfolio.

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Additional details

Asset ID
9b778df9-d996-4b0b-b386-e3591b630189
Publisher
Upper Deck
Card name
Larry Bird 2003 Exquisite Collection Quad Patch 2of3
Publication year
2003
Player and team
Larry Bird, Boston Celtics
Edition number (i.e. 5 of 50)
2 of 3 (Rarest Bird first year Exquisite)
Material
Cardboard, and game used jersey patch
Condition
Graded 9 by BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

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