Seth Joyner
Linebacker (Outside Linebacker) · Philadelphia Eagles
1991 Score Football ##361
Year & Era
1991 — Junk Wax Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
4 (VG-EX) estimated
Rarity
Common; printed in massive quantities during the peak of the Junk Wax Era.
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic piece for Philadelphia Eagles fans, but it holds no significant monetary or investment value due to its condition and the high print volume of the 1991 Score set.
Condition Grade
4 (VG-EX) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front: Approx 60/40 Top-to-Bottom and 55/45 Left-to-Right. The photo is shifted upward toward the Score logo.
Surface Condition
Poor to Fair; there is a significant crease/bend visible at the bottom edge and possible moisture damage or cloudiness in the image of the Giants player.
Corner Condition
Softened corners; the bottom left corner shows visible white wear and rounding. The top left corner is also dinged.
Edge Condition
Fair; there is significant chipping and white wear along the bottom blue border, typical of the dark-colored borders on 1991 Score cards.
Print Quality
Average for 1991; colors are somewhat muted, and the dark blue borders are highly susceptible to visible wear and chipping.
Estimated Value
$0.05 - $0.25 (Common bulk bin pricing)
Comparison to Known Examples
Below average. Most copies found in factory sets or protected storage maintain sharper dark blue edges than this copy.
Authentication Tips
Counterfeits do not exist for this card due to low market value. Verify authentic card stock thickness and the dot-matrix print pattern under magnification.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of grading ($15-$25) significantly exceeds the market value of the card ($0.25).
Red Flags
Significant corner rounding and edge wear on the bottom blue border; structural integrity of the card is compromised by the bottom crease.
Provenance Notes
Distributed in wax packs, jumbo packs, and factory sets. This copy appears to have been handled or stored without a sleeve.
Historical Context
Seth Joyner was a cornerstone of the 'Gang Green' defense and the 1991 Eagles defense, which is statistically one of the greatest in NFL history.
Market Trends
Static/Declining; while Joyner is a franchise favorite, common base cards from 1991 Score remain plentiful and low in demand.
Investment Potential
Low; there is virtually no upside for base cards from this set unless they are perfectly centered and graded PSA 10, which this copy is not.
Similar Cards
1991 Topps Seth Joyner, 1991 Pro Line Portraits Seth Joyner, 1991 Upper Deck Seth Joyner.
Display & Preservation
Place in a standard penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent further edge chipping and corner wear.
Interesting Facts
Seth Joyner is one of the few members of the '20/20 Club' (20+ sacks and 20+ interceptions in a career).