John Alt
Offensive Tackle · Kansas City Chiefs
1991 Pacific #Not visible
Year & Era
1991 — Junk Wax Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint
Rarity
Common base card with a massive print run typical of the early 1990s Junk Wax Era.
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic base card from the early 90s Junk Wax Era featuring a respected Chiefs offensive lineman, ideal for set builders and team collectors.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears slightly heavy to the right and bottom, approximately 55/45 T-B and L-R.
Surface Condition
Near Mint surface with good gloss and no apparent major scratches or creases visible in the image.
Corner Condition
Corners appear relatively sharp with slight rounding consistent with vintage or junk wax storage, primarily minor softening.
Edge Condition
Edges are clean with minimal chipping, typical of well-preserved cards from the early 1990s.
Print Quality
Standard 1991 Pacific print quality with vibrant team colors and clear photography.
Estimated Value
$0.25 - $1.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard raw survivors from factory sets or wax packs, holding average centering and sharp corners.
Authentication Tips
Look for crisp borders, standard card stock thickness, and authentic Pacific logo placement; counterfeiting is extremely rare for common lineman cards of this era.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading as the grading fees would far exceed the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard card condition for its era.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in 1991 Pacific wax packs, rack packs, or factory sets.
Historical Context
John Alt was a two-time Pro Bowl offensive tackle who spent his entire 13-year NFL career with the Kansas City Chiefs and was inducted into the Chiefs Hall of Fame.
Market Trends
Stable to flat market trend, typical of common offensive linemen from the Junk Wax Era.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential due to high print runs, though occasional interest spikes occur due to his son Joe Alt's NFL career.
Similar Cards
1991 Topps John Alt, 1991 Pro Set John Alt, 1991 Score John Alt
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top loader in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
John Alt's son, Joe Alt, was selected fifth overall in the 2024 NFL Draft by the Los Angeles Chargers, creating renewed collector interest in the family name.