Everson Walls
Cornerback (CB) · New York Giants
1991 Upper Deck Football #439
Year & Era
1991 — Junk Wax Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
6.0 (EX-MT) estimated
Rarity
Common; mass-produced during the peak of 1990s production volumes.
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic piece of memorabilia from one of the most famous Super Bowls in history, perfect for a Giants team collector or a fan of the 'Wide Right' era, but lacks significant financial value.
Condition Grade
6.0 (EX-MT) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front: Approx. 65/35 Left-Right; noticeably heavy towards the left border.
Surface Condition
Fair/Good; photo shows visible surface glare/fogging, likely from the protective sleeve or light physics, making assessment difficult, but typical 1991 UD stock is prone to light scuffing.
Corner Condition
Slightly soft; bottom right corner shows visible white fraying/rounding. Other corners appear generally square but lack factory sharpness.
Edge Condition
Standard; common white chipping on the bottom blue border is a frequent issue for this set but looks relatively clean here.
Print Quality
High-quality action photography for the era, but typical Upper Deck ink saturation issues on the borders.
Estimated Value
$0.10 - $1.00 USD (Raw); $15 - $25 USD (PSA 9/10)
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is significantly worse than many 'Gem Mint' copies found in high-grade populations; bottom corner wear is slightly below average.
Authentication Tips
Check for the hologram on the reverse center; authentic 1991 UD cards feature a sharp, reflective 'diamond' hologram that is difficult to replicate.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended; the market value of a high-grade slabbed copy rarely exceeds the cost of the grading fee for this particular card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags; the card is an authentic mass-market product with no history of significant fakes.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in 12-card hobby packs and high-number factory sets.
Historical Context
The card captures Walls during his tenure with the Giants, following a legendary career with the Cowboys. Walls leads the NFL in interceptions for three separate seasons.
Market Trends
Stable/Flat; veteran base cards from the 1991 UD set have remained at 'penny' status for decades, unless in PSA 10 condition for registry collectors.
Investment Potential
Low; this is a common card from a massively over-printed era with limited upside.
Similar Cards
1991 Pro Line Portrait Everson Walls, 1991 Score Everson Walls, Mark Bavaro 1991 Upper Deck.
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top loader; keep out of direct sunlight to prevent the notorious fading of 90s Upper Deck blue ink.
Interesting Facts
The photo captures the emotional aftermath of Super Bowl XXV, as Walls (Giants #28) is seen in a classic moment with Andre Reed (Bills #83) after the 'Wide Right' kick.