Herman Moore
Wide Receiver · Detroit Lions
1994 Fleer Football ##109
Year & Era
1994 — Junk Wax Era (late)
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw — appears NM-MT (Near Mint-Mint) 8-8.5 range
Rarity
Common. Mass-produced during the height of the 1990s sports card boom with a print run likely in the hundreds of thousands.
Overall Assessment
A beautiful, well-preserved example of a 1990s classic. While the monetary value is low, its aesthetic condition is high, making it a perfect 'binder' card for a team or player enthusiast.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears NM-MT (Near Mint-Mint) 8-8.5 range
Centering Assessment
Front: Approximately 60/40 Top-to-Bottom, 55/45 Left-to-Right. The bottom border appears slightly thicker than the top.
Surface Condition
Mint appearance. No visible scratches, wax stains, or print snow. Gloss is high and the gold foil stamping on the facsimile signature and logo looks intact.
Corner Condition
Near Mint to Mint. The top left corner shows extreme sharpness. The bottom right corner shows no visible white chipping or rounding.
Edge Condition
Excellent/Near Mint. Fleer 1994 is notorious for rough cuts, but these edges appear clean with minimal chipping on the white card stock.
Print Quality
High quality. Image is sharp and color saturation (Lions Blue and Green grass) is vibrant. The facsimile signature is well-aligned.
Estimated Value
$0.50 - $2.00 (Raw); $15 - $25 (PSA 9/10). This is a common card from a high-production era.
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy features better-than-average centering for a set known for 70/30 shifts and tilt issues.
Authentication Tips
Check for the characteristic UV coating of 1994 Fleer. Counterfeits of this base card are non-existent due to low market value, but look for crisp gold foil stamping.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection (PC) purposes. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed. The card appears authentic and unaltered.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in 12-card wax packs and factory sets. A staple of the 1994 NFL hobby season.
Historical Context
Herman Moore was a 4-time Pro Bowler and 3-time First-Team All-Pro. In 1995, he set the then-NFL record for receptions in a season (123).
Market Trends
Stable/Low. Herman Moore is a Lions legend, but 1990s base cards generally only appreciate if they are high-grade Hall of Fame rookies.
Investment Potential
Low. This is a collector's item for fans of the 90s Lions, not a financial investment vehicle.
Similar Cards
1994 Topps Herman Moore, 1994 Score Herman Moore, 1994 Fleer Barry Sanders.
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top loader. Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent the vibrant green background from fading.
Interesting Facts
The 1994 Fleer set was one of the first to heavily feature all-around gold foil stamping on base cards to combat the rising 'premium' market from brands like SP and Bowman.