Earnest Byner
Running Back · Washington Redskins
Unknown or Unlicensed Team Product / Police Set / Food Issue #Not visible
Year & Era
Early 1990s — Junk Wax Era
Card Type
Base or Insert
Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) or damaged raw
Rarity
Common mass-produced or regional issue, though condition makes this specific surviving copy scarce in pristine form
Overall Assessment
A heavily damaged nostalgic piece ideal only for a personal player collection or childhood memory binder, holding negligible monetary value
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) or damaged raw
Centering Assessment
Heavy wear and structural damage obscure precise centering, but appears moderately off-center
Surface Condition
Severe surface wear, creasing, scuffing, and staining
Corner Condition
Extremely rounded, blunted, and heavily damaged on all four corners
Edge Condition
Heavy chipping, fraying, and denting along all edges
Print Quality
Standard low-tier offset printing typical of promotional or regional items from the era
Estimated Value
Under $1.00
Comparison to Known Examples
Significantly below average condition compared to surviving raw or graded examples
Authentication Tips
Verify standard paper stock and printing dots under magnification, though given the low value, counterfeiting is unlikely
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to severe damage making the grading cost outweigh the card value
Red Flags
Heavy physical damage, creasing, and wear; no signs of fraudulent alteration, just heavy play wear
Provenance Notes
Likely sourced from regional promotional distributions, team giveaways, or childhood collections
Historical Context
Earnest Byner was a highly respected running back known for his tenure with the Cleveland Browns and Washington Redskins, notably winning Super Bowl XXVI
Market Trends
Static and minimal market demand; low-value vintage/junk wax common cards hold nominal value
Investment Potential
Purely sentimental or nostalgic; zero financial investment potential
Similar Cards
Other early 1990s Earnest Byner base and insert cards
Display & Preservation
Basic penny sleeve and top loader if kept for sentimental value, kept away from direct sunlight and moisture
Interesting Facts
Byner is famously remembered both for his crucial fumble in 'The Fumble' AFC Championship game with Cleveland and his redemption winning a Super Bowl with Washington