RARE 1997 Heroes of the Gridiron Dan Marino PITT Panthers Figure Sealed Players For Sale

# VINTAGE 1997 HEROES OF THE GRIDIRON: DAN MARINO (PITT PANTHERS COLLEGE VARIANT)Up for sale is an exceptionally rare piece of football memorabilia—the 1997 Players Inc \"Heroes of the Gridiron\" 6.5-inch Dan Marino action figure.While mass-market retail figures almost exclusively feature Marino in his Miami Dolphins uniform, this specialized, highly limited 1997 line highlights his legendary college career with the University of Pittsburgh Panthers!### 🎓 COLLECTOR VARIANT & CONDITION DETAILS:
* **FIGURE CONDITION:** MINT / FACTORY SEALED. The figure has never been removed from its original packaging. The paint finish on the classic gold and blue Pitt jersey is immaculate and completely vibrant with zero fading or age degradation.
* **COMPLETENESS:** 100% Complete. Crucially, the easily lost, highly sought-after miniature removable Pitt Panthers helmet is resting perfectly inside its designated plastic blister pocket next to the figure.
* **BLISTER BUBBLE:** Excellent shape. The clear plastic bubble is firmly sealed to the card backing with zero yellowing, cracking, or major crushing.
* **CARD BACKING:** Very Good. The cardboard backing card remains flat with bright, crisp colors. Shows only typical, minor vintage shelf wear/softening along the outer edges and card corners from storage over the last nearly 30 years. Free from severe creases or water damage.### WHY ADD THIS TO YOUR COLLECTION?
This is a must-have cross-collectible piece perfect for hardcore Miami Dolphins completionists, Pitt Panthers alumni, and vintage football toy enthusiasts. It comes from a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment.Please examine all high-resolution photos carefully to verify the exact condition of the card, bubble, and figure graphics.**Shipping:** Shipped with maximum professional care. The item will be securely bubble-wrapped and mailed inside a rigid, crush-resistant box to ensure it arrives exactly as pictured.