Jimmie Jones
Defensive Tackle (DT) · Dallas Cowboys
Upper Deck Football - High Number Series #544
Year & Era
1991 - Junk Wax Era
Card Type
Base / Rookie Subset Card
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (6-7 estimated)
Rarity
Common; extremely high print run during the peak of the 1990s overproduction era.
Overall Assessment
A classic example of 1990s 'Junk Wax' era cardboard. While a nice piece of Dallas Cowboys history, it holds minimal financial value in the current hobby market.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (6-7 estimated)
Centering Assessment
Front: Approx 65/35 Left-Right; noticeably heavy towards the right border. Top-Bottom is relatively even.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; clean gloss appearance typical of Upper Deck stock, though lighting suggests potential minor scuffing or light dimpling.
Corner Condition
The bottom left and bottom right corners show minor softening. Top corners appear relatively sharp for a raw card of this age.
Edge Condition
Excellent; minor white chipping visible on the right edge. Typical of factory guillotine cuts from this era.
Print Quality
High-quality lithography characteristic of Upper Deck. Strong color saturation and sharp photography, though the set is known for centering issues.
Estimated Value
$0.05 - $1.00 USD (Raw); $15 - $25 (PSA 10)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy has below-average centering compared to the PSA 10 population, which typically requires 60/40 or better.
Authentication Tips
Verify the Upper Deck hologram on the back of the card. Counterfeits of this specific player are non-existent due to low market value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the card even in a high grade.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card appears authentic and unaltered.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in high-number foil packs and factory sets in late 1991.
Historical Context
Jimmie Jones was a key rotational defensive lineman for the Cowboys' Super Bowl XXVII and XXVIII championship teams.
Market Trends
Stable/Low; common cards from this era have little price movement unless they are Hall of Fame rookies in Gem Mint condition.
Investment Potential
Low; purely a sentimental or team-collector item with no significant ROI expected.
Similar Cards
1991 Upper Deck Russell Maryland, 1991 Pro Line Portraits Jimmie Jones, 1991 Score Jimmie Jones.
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top loader are sufficient; no specialty UV protection required due to low value.
Interesting Facts
Jones is famous for scoring two touchdowns in Super Bowl XXVII, a rare feat for a defensive lineman.