1964 Barratt Famous Footballers A.12 – George Best Rookie Card – PSA 6 EX-MT

Some cards define an entire era of football collecting — and the 1964 Barratt Famous Footballers A.12 George Best (#29) is one of them. Widely recognised as George Best’s Rookie Card, this early portrait captures the young Belfast winger just as he emerged into the football world as a future superstar.

Fresh back from PSA, this example has achieved a PSA 6 EX-MT, a very strong grade for a 1960s British confectionery issue known for fragile cardstock and handling wear. For collectors of vintage football and early Manchester United material, this is a truly essential card.

⭐ Why This Card Matters

• George Best Rookie Card
  The 1964 Barratt A.12 #29 is considered Best’s definitive Rookie Card — a cornerstone of any serious football collection.

• Earliest mainstream card appearance
  Released the same season Best broke into the Manchester United first team.

• Classic Barratt artwork
  A clean, striking portrait design typical of mid-1960s British confectionery issues.

• Historic Manchester United era
  Best’s rise preceded the club’s 1968 European Cup triumph, where he became one of the defining players in world football.

• Strong long-term collector demand
  Early George Best cards consistently perform well in the graded market.

⭐ PSA Grading Outcome

This example earned:

PSA 6 EX-MT

• Clean borders with strong colour

• Good centering for the issue

• Minimal surface wear

• Very respectable grade for 1960s Barratt stock

Most surviving copies show heavy creasing or discoloration, so EX-MT stands out as a high-quality example.

⭐ Card Details

• Set: Barratt & Co. Famous Footballers A.12

• Year: 1964

• Card Number: 29

• Player: George Best

• Team: Manchester United & Northern Ireland

• Grade: PSA 6 EX-MT

• Certification: 132963604

• Type: Rookie Card, Early Career Issue

• Manufacturer: Barratt & Co., London

⭐ About George Best’s 1964 Season

The reverse text on the card references Best’s early promise:

• Senior debut for Manchester United in 1963–64

• Youth Cup-winning performances

• Rapid ascent into the first team

• Two caps already earned for Northern Ireland

Within a few years, Best would be:

• Ballon d’Or winner (1968)

• European Cup champion (1968)

• One of football’s most iconic attacking players

This makes his Rookie Card particularly significant.

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⭐ Final Thoughts

The 1964 Barratt Famous Footballers George Best is one of the most important football Rookie Cards of the 20th century. Attractive design, strong historical context, and early-career appeal make it a long-term staple of the hobby. A PSA-graded example such as this offers an excellent blend of condition, authenticity, and collectability.

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