Troy Aikman
Quarterback · Dallas Cowboys
Score Summit Edition ##499
Year & Era
1994 — Junk Wax Era
Card Type
NFC Conference Checklist Insert
Grade
Raw — Appears Good to Very Good (Grade 3-4)
Rarity
Common; high print volume during the 1990s Score production runs.
Overall Assessment
This is a common 1994 Score Summit NFC Checklist featuring Troy Aikman. Due to the large orange checkmark on the front and general wear, it holds sentimental or placeholder value only.
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears Good to Very Good (Grade 3-4)
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears slightly shifted toward the top-right; bottom border is thicker than top.
Surface Condition
Visible surface wear with significant orange ink/marker marking across the bottom right, which severely devalues the card.
Corner Condition
Softening and rounding visible on all four corners; heavy wear consistent with being stored loose or in a binder without sleeves.
Edge Condition
Minor chipping and whitening along the sides; significant distress on the bottom edge.
Print Quality
Average for the era; the card features a 'Summit Edition' logo which was a parallel/subset of the base Score set.
Estimated Value
$0.05 - $0.25 (Essentially nominal value due to heavy marking/ink damage)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy is in poor condition compared to the 'Near Mint' examples that usually sell for under a dollar.
Authentication Tips
Check for the Score logo holographic quality and cardboard stock feel; counterfeit risk is virtually non-existent for this specific low-value card.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended; grading costs far exceed the market value of the card, especially given the ink damage.
Red Flags
Significant orange mark on the front; this appears to be a child's checkmark or ink stain, which is a major condition flaw.
Provenance Notes
Likely sourced from a 1994 Score retail pack or factory set and stored in high-wear conditions.
Historical Context
Troy Aikman was the leader of the 1990s Cowboys dynasty; this card was released during the height of their dominance.
Market Trends
Junk Wax era base and checklist cards remain extremely low in value unless they are PSA 10 gem mint copies of key rookies.
Investment Potential
None; this is a common checklist card with significant damage.
Similar Cards
1994 Score Emmitt Smith Checklist, 1994 Score Jerry Rice Checklist.
Display & Preservation
Keep in a standard penny sleeve to prevent further surface scratching; avoid sunlight to prevent fading of the blue text.
Interesting Facts
The Summit Edition was a premium version of the standard Score set, often featuring different photography or metallic accents.