Dan Marino
Quarterback · Miami Dolphins
Fleer TD Sensation #Not visible
Year & Era
1995 — 90s Insert Era
Card Type
Insert Card
Grade
Raw — appears Very Good to Excellent (VG-EX 4 to 5)
Rarity
Common insert from the 1995 Fleer set, high population, low modern scarcity.
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic mid-90s insert featuring a legendary Hall of Fame quarterback, severely impacted by condition flaws including surface scratches and corner wear, making it ideal for a casual binder or personal PC collection.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Very Good to Excellent (VG-EX 4 to 5)
Centering Assessment
Slightly off-center top-heavy with heavy shifting towards the top border on the front.
Surface Condition
Surface shows noticeable scuffing, scratches, and potential wear across the glossy coating, particularly near the bottom right and across the player's jersey area.
Corner Condition
Corners show rounding and noticeable wear, especially the top right and top left corners.
Edge Condition
Edges show minor chipping and wear along the top and right sides.
Print Quality
Standard mid-90s Fleer print quality featuring gold foil stamping and glossy coating, though prone to surface scratches.
Estimated Value
$1.00 to $5.00 for raw condition due to heavy wear.
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy falls well below average condition compared to professionally graded examples due to surface scratching and corner wear.
Authentication Tips
Check for authentic Fleer '95 gold foil lettering and proper card stock weight. Counterfeits for common inserts of this era are rare due to low market value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading due to visible surface wear and corner softening making the grading cost higher than the card's final value.
Red Flags
No signs of trimming or alteration, just standard heavy handling wear.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from standard 1995 Fleer football wax or hobby packs.
Historical Context
Dan Marino is widely regarded as one of the greatest passing quarterbacks in NFL history, setting numerous passing records during his career with the Miami Dolphins.
Market Trends
Dan Marino inserts remain stable and heavily nostalgic, though common 90s inserts hold modest monetary value.
Investment Potential
Hold for personal collection or nostalgia; low potential as a financial investment due to condition issues and high availability.
Similar Cards
1995 Fleer Pro-Visions Dan Marino, 1995 Score Summit Dan Marino
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve inside a rigid top loader or magnetic holder, away from direct sunlight and humidity.
Interesting Facts
The 'TD Sensation' insert set was a popular mid-90s subset focusing on elite touchdown-scoring players.