Jerry Rice
Wide Receiver · San Francisco 49ers
1990 Pro Set (In-Person Autograph) #Not clearly visible, likely part of base checklist
Year & Era
1990 — Junk Wax Era
Card Type
Base Card with In-Person Autograph
Grade
PSA 5 (EX) estimated raw/in-person due to heavy edge wear and corner softening
Rarity
Common base card, but made unique by the hand-signed in-person autograph
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic piece featuring the GOAT wide receiver, highlighted by a bold in-person signature, though hampered by moderate corner and edge wear
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) estimated raw/in-person due to heavy edge wear and corner softening
Centering Assessment
Front appears slightly heavy to the right and bottom
Surface Condition
Fair to Good, showing surface scuffs and glare from top loader, autograph ink appears stable
Corner Condition
Softened and rounded corners, especially the bottom right and top right
Edge Condition
Noticeable chipping and wear along the top and right edges
Print Quality
Typical 1990 Pro Set glossy card stock quality with standard saturation
Estimated Value
$20 - $50 raw, highly dependent on autograph authentication
Comparison to Known Examples
Condition is below average due to corner wear, but the signature placement is clean across the chest
Authentication Tips
Requires third-party autograph authentication (PSA/DNA or JSA) due to being an in-person signature
Grading Recommendation
Beckett (BAS) or PSA/DNA for autograph authentication, though overall card condition makes numerical grading secondary to the auto grade
Red Flags
In-person autographs always carry risk of being TTM (Through The Mail) secret-signs or clubhouse signatures; needs professional authentication
Provenance Notes
Sourced from raw hobby lots or in-person signing events during the early 1990s
Historical Context
Jerry Rice is widely considered the greatest wide receiver in NFL history, holding nearly all major receiving records
Market Trends
Stable demand for Jerry Rice autographs, though 1990 Pro Set base cards carry minimal standalone value
Investment Potential
Hold for personal collection; modest investment upside unless authenticated by a premier grading service with a high autograph grade
Similar Cards
Other 1990s Jerry Rice base cards with in-person or certified autographs
Display & Preservation
Store in a fresh penny sleeve and semi-rigid holder away from direct sunlight to preserve autograph ink
Interesting Facts
1990 Pro Set is one of the definitive sets of the Junk Wax Era, famous for numerous error cards and massive print runs