{"product_id":"classic-independiente-shirt-vgc","title":"Classic Independiente  Home Shirt VGC Late 80's","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn original Independiente home shirt dating from the late 1980s, featuring the club's iconic all red design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of South America's most successful clubs, Independiente are renowned worldwide for their remarkable success in the Copa Libertadores, earning the nickname \"The Kings of Cups\". Vintage shirts from this era are increasingly difficult to find, particularly in very good condition, making them highly desirable amongst collectors of classic football shirts and Argentine football memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClub: Club Atlético Independiente\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Late 1980s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShirt Type: Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 38 Inch chest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: Very Good Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny marks: None noted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny pulls: None noted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny bobbling: Minimal signs of age related wear consistent with a vintage shirt of this age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSponsor wear: Minimal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1905, Independiente are one of the giants of Argentine football and one of the most decorated clubs in South American football history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the 1980s the club remained one of Argentina's most respected sides, building upon a legacy that included a record number of Copa Libertadores titles. The famous red shirt became recognised across the footballing world and remains one of the most iconic designs in South American football.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal examples from this period are becoming increasingly scarce as many shirts were heavily worn, making surviving examples highly collectable today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNotable Players Associated With Independiente\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ricardo Bochini\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Jorge Burruchaga\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Claudio Marangoni\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• José Percudani\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ricardo Giusti\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Gabriel Milito\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Sergio Agüero\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Collectors Want This Shirt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Original late 1980s vintage example\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Iconic South American football shirt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Represents one of Argentina's most historic clubs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Increasingly difficult to source in very good condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Popular with collectors of vintage football shirts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Excellent display piece for any football memorabilia collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMarket Value \u0026amp; Rarity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent Market Value: £120 to £250+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRarity Rating: Rare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollector Demand: Medium to High\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy It Is Collectible:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage Argentine club shirts from the 1980s were produced in relatively small numbers compared to European clubs of the same era. Combined with Independiente's legendary status in South American football, original shirts from this period are highly sought after by serious football shirt collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shirt has been inspected by Global Sports Collectibles and is believed to be a genuine original vintage example dating from the late 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe do not knowingly sell counterfeit or replica products. Any defects, alterations or imperfections will be clearly described and photographed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll shirts are carefully packaged and dispatched promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUK and international shipping available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Global Sports Collectibles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlobal Sports Collectibles is Brighton's dedicated football collectibles shop, specialising in original retro and vintage football shirts, trading cards, stickers and memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit us at Studio 5, Brighton Open Market or browse our full collection online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying, Selling \u0026amp; Trading Football History.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Global Sports Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57444790174040,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/6664\/2264\/files\/IMG_2524.heic?v=1780582268","url":"https:\/\/globalsportscollectibles.com\/products\/classic-independiente-shirt-vgc","provider":"Global Sports Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}