Description:

This collectible phone card is a delightful piece of NFL memorabilia, commemorating the Super Bowl held on January 28, 1996, in Tempe, Arizona. It features a whimsical cartoon illustration with a playful, mid-90s sports fan vibe. At the center is a relaxed man slouched comfortably in a large green armchair, embodying a typical fan recovering from the excitement—or perhaps exhaustion—of game day. His expression conveys mild fatigue mixed with satisfaction, highlighted by a blue ice pack perched on his balding head, humorously suggesting a “hangover” from the day’s celebrations.

In each hand, the cartoon figure holds small pennant flags—one playfully misspelled “PITURGH,” evoking Pittsburgh and the Steelers, and the other reading “DALLAS,” representing the Dallas Cowboys. These two iconic teams clashed in Super Bowl XXX, making the flags symbolic of the fierce rivalry and competition that defined the event. Surrounding the fan are details that add humor and narrative depth: a jar labeled “HANGOVER CURE” hints at the intense fan experience typical of Super Bowl Sunday, while a brown football marked “$10” references both the card’s price and its sports theme.

Above the illustration, the phrase “I Survived The Bowl!” is hand-lettered in a casual style, capturing the shared sentiment of fans who endured the emotional highs, long viewing hours, and late-night celebrations of the NFL’s premier event. The color palette is soft yet vibrant, with greens, blues, yellows, and reds that evoke the popular comic art of the era. The artist’s signature, “JGh,” adds a subtle mark of authenticity and personal flair, enhancing the card’s appeal as a collectible.

At the bottom, the date and location—“Jan. 28, 1996 Tempe, Arizona”—are clearly printed, anchoring this moment in sports history and adding valuable context for collectors and NFL enthusiasts. The image of rabbit ear-style TV antennas rising from a box in front of the chair nostalgically recalls how fans traditionally watched the game in the pre-digital age, emphasizing the era’s communal viewing experience and “talk time” with family and friends. Overall, this card captures the spirit and nostalgia of a memorable Super Bowl day.

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