Patrick Rowe
Wide Receiver · San Diego State Aztecs (College) / Cleveland Browns (Drafting Team)
Upper Deck Football ##13
Year & Era
1992 — Junk Wax Era
Card Type
Star Rookie (Base Rookie Card)
Grade
6.0 - 7.0 (EX-MT estimated)
Rarity
Common; Mass-produced during the height of the Junk Wax Era with millions of copies in circulation.
Overall Assessment
A classic example of 1990s hobby design, primarily of interest to San Diego State alumni or team-set builders.
Condition Grade
6.0 - 7.0 (EX-MT estimated)
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears moderately heavy toward the right and bottom; approximately 65/35 L-R and 60/40 T-B.
Surface Condition
Overall clean, though the dim lighting obscures fine surface scratches common on 1990s UV-coated stock.
Corner Condition
Visible softening and slight whitening on the bottom right corner; other corners show minor rounding.
Edge Condition
Moderate chipping visible on the right edge and corner tips, typical for this paper stock.
Print Quality
High-quality photography characteristic of Upper Deck, but the white borders are prone to showing industrial cutting debris.
Estimated Value
$0.25 - $1.00 USD (Raw); $15 - $25 (PSA 9/10)
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard copy; does not exhibit the high-grade centering required to make it a standout among the deep population.
Authentication Tips
Look for the micro-printed Upper Deck holograms on the card back and the crispness of the 'Star Rookie' architectural graphic.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal sentimental value, as grading fees far exceed market value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; this card is not a target for counterfeiting due to low market value.
Provenance Notes
Distributed via 12-card hobby and retail packs, sowie high-number factory sets in 1992.
Historical Context
Patrick Rowe was a standout at San Diego State and was a 2nd round pick for the Browns but had a limited NFL career.
Market Trends
Stable at 'bulk' prices. The Junk Wax market is heavily saturated, with only Hall of Fame rookies retaining significant value.
Investment Potential
Low; common player from a period of extreme overproduction with no Hall of Fame trajectory.
Similar Cards
1992 Topps Patrick Rowe #507, 1992 Pro Set Patrick Rowe #549.
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top loader are sufficient for preservation.
Interesting Facts
Upper Deck's 1992 set was famous for its 'Star Rookie' subset design featuring the marble pillar aesthetic.