Raul Mondesi
Outfielder (Baseball, though submitted under football card prompt; playing position is Outfielder) · Los Angeles Dodgers
1995 Fleer Ultra 2nd Year Standouts #Not explicitly visible on the front (Insert subset)
Year & Era
1995 - Junk Wax/Insert Era
Card Type
Insert Parallel / Insert Card
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (PSA 7-8 potential)
Rarity
Common insert from the mid-1990s with a high survival and population rate.
Overall Assessment
A fun, nostalgic 90s insert card in decent raw condition, ideal for a player collector or set builder, but holds minimal monetary value.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (PSA 7-8 potential)
Centering Assessment
Front appears slightly heavy to the right side, back centering is not visible.
Surface Condition
Surface gloss appears mostly intact, though light scuffs may be present on the raw card inside the sleeve.
Corner Condition
Corners appear relatively sharp with minor typical softening for a mid-90s insert.
Edge Condition
Edges are generally clean with minimal chipping visible along the borders.
Print Quality
Standard 1995 Fleer Ultra print quality featuring gold foil stamping and glossy coating.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $5.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Average condition copy for a mid-90s insert, typical centering and corner wear.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct foil stamping, font type, and standard 1995 Fleer card stock thickness.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low market value relative to grading fees.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard low-value insert card.
Provenance Notes
Pulled originally from 1995 Fleer Ultra baseball wax packs or hobby boxes.
Historical Context
Represents the insert-heavy era of the 1990s baseball card market when manufacturers introduced shiny parallels and subsets.
Market Trends
Stable to low-demand market typical of 1990s inserts for non-superstar players.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential; primarily of nostalgic or player-collection interest.
Similar Cards
1995 Fleer Ultra Award Winners or other mid-90s player inserts.
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top loader in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Raul Mondesi won the 1994 National League Rookie of the Year award with the Los Angeles Dodgers.