Jerry Rice
Wide Receiver · San Francisco 49ers
1991 Score Football ##10
Year & Era
1991 - Junk Wax Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (estimated 7-8)
Rarity
Common; massive print runs during the 1991 season.
Overall Assessment
A classic early 90s base card of a legendary Hall of Famer. While not high in monetary value, it is a staple of 'junk wax' nostalgia and an essential for any 49er team collector.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (estimated 7-8)
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears slightly heavy toward the left and bottom. Approximately 60/40.
Surface Condition
Moderate surface gloss with visible light dimpling or micro-scratches toward the right edge due to lighting glare. No visible creases.
Corner Condition
The bottom-left corner shows slight whitening/softening. The top-right corner appears relatively sharp.
Edge Condition
Minor chipping visible on the left green border edge. Top edge appears relatively straight.
Print Quality
High color saturation in the green borders. Decent image clarity, though typical for early 90s photography.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 (Raw); $15.00 - $25.00 (PSA 9); $100+ (PSA 10)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy is typical for the era; the green borders on 1991 Score are notoriously prone to showing edge wear and corner whitening.
Authentication Tips
Authentic 1991 Score cards have a specific tactile feel (semi-glossy cardstock). Verify the copyright text on the back under magnification.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless you are seeking a PSA 10 for a Registry set. The cost of grading exceeds the market value for most copies.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; this is a high-volume base card unlikely to be counterfeited.
Provenance Notes
Likely sourced from a 1991 Score factory set or wax pack production. Distributed widely through retail and hobby shops.
Historical Context
Jerry Rice is widely considered the greatest wide receiver of all time. This card depicts him during the peak of the 49ers' dominance.
Market Trends
Jerry Rice remains the gold standard for WR cards. While base cards from this era are stable, they do not see high appreciation compared to his 1986 rookie card.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for base cards of this era due to high population; primarily for personal player collections.
Similar Cards
1991 Upper Deck Jerry Rice, 1991 Topps Jerry Rice, 1991 Pro Set Jerry Rice.
Display & Preservation
Place in a penny sleeve and top loader to prevent further edge chipping on the sensitive green borders.
Interesting Facts
The 1991 Score set was known for its distinct green borders for the first series and purple borders for the second series.