Raul Allegre
Placekicker · New York Giants
1989 Score Football ##223
Year & Era
1989 — Junk Wax Era
Card Type
Base Card
Grade
4.0 (Very Good) estimated
Rarity
Common; massive production run typical of late 1980s Score sets.
Overall Assessment
A standard common card from the height of the overproduction era. While Allegre is a fan favorite for Giants collectors, this specific copy lacks the condition necessary for hobby value.
Condition Grade
4.0 (Very Good) estimated
Centering Assessment
Poor; significantly off-center with a heavy tilt toward the top-left, showing thin borders at the top and left edges.
Surface Condition
Good; visible light scratches and potential surface wear consistent with age and unprotected storage.
Corner Condition
Fair/Good; the top-left corner shows significant whitening and softening; other corners show visible rounding and distress.
Edge Condition
Fair; noticeable chipping along the top and left blue borders, with white cardstock showing through.
Print Quality
Average for the era; the blue/green gradient borders are prone to showing mechanical wear.
Estimated Value
$0.10 - $0.50 (Common dollar-bin card)
Comparison to Known Examples
Poor; most 1989 Score cards suffer from centering issues, and this copy is a particularly weak example due to corner wear.
Authentication Tips
Check for the correct orange and blue ink tones; counterfeits are non-existent due to low market value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended; grading costs exceed the market value of the card by a wide margin.
Red Flags
No significant red flags other than standard condition depreciation for the era.
Provenance Notes
Mass-distributed through wax packs, cello packs, and factory sets in 1989.
Historical Context
Raul Allegre was a key kicker for the Giants, famously helping them to Super Bowl XXV and Super Bowl XXI victories.
Market Trends
Stagnant; common players from this era have little to no growth potential unless in Gem Mint condition.
Investment Potential
None; purely a nostalgia or team-set filler item.
Similar Cards
1989 Score Lawrence Taylor, Phil Simms, or the key Jerry Rice/Barry Sanders cards from the same set.
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent further edge chipping.
Interesting Facts
The 1989 Score set is considered one of the most iconic of the Junk Wax era due to its clean photography and the inclusion of the Barry Sanders rookie card.