Howie Long (Left) and John Alt (Right)
Defensive End (Long) / Offensive Tackle (Alt) · Los Angeles Raiders / Kansas City Chiefs
Pro Set Platinum ##271
Year & Era
1991 — Junk Wax Era
Card Type
Base Card / Photo Action Subset
Grade
6.0 to 7.0 (Excellent-Mint) estimated
Rarity
Common; mass-produced during the peak of 1990s overproduction.
Overall Assessment
A classic piece of 90s nostalgia featuring two legendary linemen. Great for a team collector or Howie Long fan, but lacks significant financial upside.
Condition Grade
6.0 to 7.0 (Excellent-Mint) estimated
Centering Assessment
Generally good, but the set is full-bleed (no borders), making centering difficult to judge without a registration reference.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; standard glossy finish common for the early 90s, appears to have minor surface scuffs consistent with age.
Corner Condition
Slight softening and white chipping visible on the bottom-right and top-left corners.
Edge Condition
Notable white chipping (silvering) along the right and bottom edges, common for dark-bordered/full-bleed cards.
Print Quality
High-quality action photography for the era, but color saturation is slightly dark and typical for Pro Set's lower-cost production.
Estimated Value
$0.50 - $2.00 raw; $15 - $25 in PSA 9 (low demand).
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy shows slightly more edge wear than typical 'Pack Fresh' examples found in unopened boxes.
Authentication Tips
Look for the embossed-style 'Pro Set Platinum' foil logo at the bottom; counterfieting is virtually non-existent for this card due to low value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of the grading fee far exceeds the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the card is an authentic mass-market product.
Provenance Notes
Distributed widely in hobby and retail foil packs and factory sets in 1991.
Historical Context
Howie Long is a Hall of Famer and 8-time Pro Bowler. This card captures the physical AFC West rivalry of the early 90s.
Market Trends
Stable to low; Junk Wax era cards are generally sold in large lots or for nostalgia rather than financial investment.
Investment Potential
Low; there is a massive supply of these cards available in the market.
Similar Cards
1991 Upper Deck, 1991 Score, 1991 Stadium Club Howie Long cards.
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top-loader are sufficient. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent UV fading of the dark black Raiders jersey colors.
Interesting Facts
The Pro Set Platinum set was intended to be a premium upgrade to the standard Pro Set flagship, featuring better photography and higher-gloss stock.