Leslie Shepherd
Wide Receiver · Cleveland Browns
Upper Deck Base Set #51
Year & Era
1999 — Late Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
7 (Near Mint) estimated
Rarity
Common; high print run during the late 90s expansion era.
Overall Assessment
A standard base card in average condition from a prolific era of card production; best suited for team set collectors.
Condition Grade
7 (Near Mint) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front unknown; Back: Centered slightly high and toward the right side. Approx 45/55 L-R.
Surface Condition
Reasonably glossy but with visible surface debris; possible light scratches typical of high-gloss 90s Upper Deck stock.
Corner Condition
Bottom right corner shows slight whitening/softening; others appear relatively sharp but not pristine.
Edge Condition
Right edge shows minor chipping/roughness which is common for dark-bordered cards from this era.
Print Quality
High quality as per Upper Deck standards; clear text and rich color saturation with a typical holographic security seal.
Estimated Value
$0.25 - $1.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard copy. Many high-grade examples (PSA 9/10) of this set exist due to collectors preserving them in binders.
Authentication Tips
Look for the diamond-shaped Upper Deck hologram on the back which should show depth and light shifts.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading; the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; low risk of counterfeiting for this specific player/card tier.
Provenance Notes
Distributed in wax packs and hobby boxes during the return year of the Cleveland Browns franchise.
Historical Context
Features Shepherd during the 1999 'reborn' Cleveland Browns inaugural season following the franchise's hiatus.
Market Trends
Stable/Low; common cards from this era move primarily as part of team sets or player-specific lots.
Investment Potential
Minimal; primarily appeals to Cleveland Browns completionists or Temple University alumni.
Similar Cards
1999 Upper Deck Tim Couch RC, 1999 Topps Leslie Shepherd, 1999 SkyBox Premium Cleveland Browns team cards.
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top loader; keep out of direct sunlight to prevent the red pigment from fading.
Interesting Facts
Shepherd was an undrafted free agent who became a reliable deep threat, notably scoring 8 touchdowns for Washington in 1998.