Lieutenant Commander Data

Lieutenant Commander Data, numbered 359 in the Star Trek card series, emerged as part of the extensive trading card landscape that accompanied the enduring popularity of Star Trek: The Next Generation. Produced to capture the iconic characters of the USS Enterprise-D, this card highlights the show's beloved android officer, who was portrayed by Brent Spiner. The card serves as a visual artifact of the late 1980s and early 1990s franchise expansion, intended to provide fans with accessible mementos of the complex, inquisitive character that quickly became a centerpiece of the series.

The design of such cards typically featured high-quality stills from the television production, emphasizing the distinct aesthetic of the show's sleek, futuristic bridge and engineering sets. These cards were curated to showcase the character's unique visual design, particularly the intricate prosthetic makeup that defined Data’s artificial appearance. Within the collecting community, these items are regarded as foundational pieces of Star Trek memorabilia, appreciated for their role in documenting the evolution of the series' cast and the meticulous art direction that garnered widespread critical acclaim during the show’s seven-season run.