Jeff Dellenbach
Center / Offensive Tackle · Miami Dolphins
1990 Score Football ##223
Year & Era
1990 — Junk Wax Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw — 5-6 (EX-MT) estimated
Rarity
Common; high print run with millions of units produced
Overall Assessment
A standard common card from a mass-produced era; ideal for team collectors or set builders but lacks financial value
Condition Grade
Raw — 5-6 (EX-MT) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front: Approx 70/30 Left-to-Right; heavy left bias and noticeably tilted
Surface Condition
Likely contains light surface scratches and typical age-related dulling of the gloss
Corner Condition
Softening/rounding visible on the top-left and bottom-left corners
Edge Condition
Minor chipping and whitening along the blue-bordered top and bottom edges
Print Quality
Average; colors appear slightly muted and centering is poor for this specific copy
Estimated Value
$0.10 - $0.25 (Common bin price)
Comparison to Known Examples
Lower-tier centering compared to typical PSA 8 or better examples commonly found in unopened packs
Authentication Tips
Authenticity is rarely an issue due to low value; check for standard cardboard stock of the 1990s
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended; grading fees significantly exceed the value of the card
Red Flags
No significant red flags; low-value cards are not targets for counterfeiting
Provenance Notes
Widely distributed in wax boxes, rack packs, and factory sets available at retail and hobby shops in 1990
Historical Context
Jeff Dellenbach was a reliable offensive lineman who protected Dan Marino and won Super Bowl XXXI with Green Bay
Market Trends
Stagnant; Junk Wax Era commons are generally sold in bulk or by team sets
Investment Potential
Minimal to none; supply vastly exceeds demand for this specific player card
Similar Cards
1990 Score Dan Marino, 1990 Score Emmitt Smith Rookie, 1990 Topps Dolphins team cards
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top loader are sufficient; acid-free binder pages are standard for sets of this type
Interesting Facts
The 1990 Score set is notable for its 'high-definition' photography for the time, though photography quality varied by card