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The Story

Step into the squared circle with one of professional wrestling's most charismatic and controversial figures. This 1985 LJN Wrestling Superstars release captures Jesse "The Body" Ventura in his prime—a former Navy UDT/SEAL, professional wrestler, and future governor who became one of the most recognizable personalities in sports entertainment history.

LJN's Wrestling Superstars line revolutionized wrestling collectibles in the mid-1980s, offering fans highly detailed, rubber-bodied figures with remarkable likenesses of their favorite WWF stars. Jesse Ventura's figure stands as a testament to his larger-than-life persona, complete with his signature physique and unmistakable presence that made him a legend both in the ring and on commentary.

As a carded example from nearly four decades ago, this piece represents an increasingly scarce artifact from the golden age of wrestling memorabilia. The card displays honest wear consistent with its 40-year journey, including corner and edge wear, occasional creasing, slight discoloration, subtle staining, and minor bending in spots. A previous price sticker adorns the upper right corner of the card front, adding to its authentic vintage retail provenance. The blister and figure remain secure to the card, preserving the original factory seal that makes carded figures so desirable to serious collectors.

Whether you're building a complete LJN Wrestling Superstars collection, commemorating the WWF's territorial expansion era, or celebrating The Body's unique legacy in American pop culture, this figure offers a tangible connection to wrestling's most electric period.

The Details

Line
Wrestling Superstars
Era
80s
Manufacturer
LJN
UPC
023582056142

The Grade, Explained

Every graded piece is our honest in-house call — not third-party slabbed. Here's exactly where this one lands, and why.

  1. CC-10 Pristine
  2. CC-9 Near Mint
  3. CC-8 Excellent
  4. CC-7 Very Good
  5. CC-6 Good
  6. CC-5 Fair
  7. CC-4 Poor / Display Only

This piece: CC-5 — Fair

Heavy wear. Multiple creases, significant corner damage, possible small tears. Bubble may be partially detached, cracked, or heavily yellowed. Still carded but shows its age hard.

Condition notes:
Card itself is slightly bent in certain spots. Corners and edges of card are wrinkled and slightly discolored with occasional creasing. Previous price sticker is present on the front of card in the top right corner.

The grade is our word — the photos are the final word. Zoom in on every one before you buy.

Packed for the Shelf

Every order inspected and packed for the shelf — because we collect this stuff too.

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Condition Guaranteed

Not what was described? We make it right. No arguments, no hassle.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping

  • In-stock orders ship within one business day.
  • Beat the 12 PM CT cutoff and it ships the same day.
  • Packed collector-grade — bubble-wrapped, padded, boxed like it's going into our own case. Damage rate under 1%.
  • Ships from our central Iowa warehouse. Pick USPS or UPS at checkout.
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Returns

  • 30 days from the delivery scan to decide.
  • Sent back unopened and in the same condition we shipped it.
  • Full refund to your original payment method.
  • Return shipping is on you — unless we got it wrong, then it's on us.
  • Arrived damaged? We replace or refund — fast.

Part of the line

Wrestling Superstars

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The Stuff You’re Probably Wondering Before You Smash ‘Buy Now’

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

How Fast Do We Ship?

Most in-stock orders placed before 12 PM CST ship the same day. We’re label-printing, box-packing machines — without skimping on quality. Your tracking number will probably show up before you’ve even closed the tab.

How Do We Pack Orders?

Every item gets collector-grade treatment: bubble wrap, proper padding, and zero envelope crimes. We pack like your grail’s riding shotgun with us — damage rate is under 1%.

Are You Actually Collectors Too?

Yep. We’ve been hunting plastic treasures since the ‘90s. We speak fluent collector (MOC, BAF, grail hunting), we’ve camped outside stores for midnight releases, and we run this place like the shop we always wished existed. Professional enablers at your service. 😎

What's Your Return Policy?

30 days to decide if it’s true love. Not happy? Full refund to your original payment method. Damaged? We replace or refund fast. Just keep items in the condition you got them, and we’ll make it right — because the only drama in collecting should be choosing a display pose. One exception: trading card game product is final sale, since a sealed box can’t be verified once it leaves our hands.

Pre-Orders: How They Work

Calling dibs costs you $0 today — we only charge your card when it ships. No awkward “I paid months ago” limbo. Mixing in-stock + pre-orders? In-stock ships now; pre-orders ship together once the last one lands, and shipping’s charged on each leg (pro tip: check ship dates before combining pre-orders). Dates can shift — we’ll keep you posted faster than Spider-Man slings webs. And if we ever can’t deliver (rare), you’re not charged a dime.

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