Jerry Rice
Wide Receiver · San Francisco 49ers
Sage Five Star #Not visible
Year & Era
2000s — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert — Five Star Player of the Year
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Uncommon insert, but generally accessible due to lower demand for secondary insert sets compared to rookie cards.
Overall Assessment
A striking insert featuring the greatest receiver of all time in clean condition, ideal for a Jerry Rice PC.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears relatively well-centered with slight top-heavy variance, typical for the brand.
Surface Condition
Surface appears clean with standard gloss, no major scratches or indentations visible through the holder.
Corner Condition
Corners appear sharp with minimal to no whitening, though hard to evaluate perfectly inside the top loader.
Edge Condition
Edges appear clean with crisp white borders and no visible chipping.
Print Quality
Clean modern card stock with crisp red and white foil accents typical of Sage releases.
Estimated Value
$5 - $15 USD raw, depending on buyer demand.
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard raw copies in circulation with typical slight modern cut variances.
Authentication Tips
Check for official Sage branding in the top-left corner and crisp text resolution on the Five Star graphic.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a personal PC, as grading fees would likely exceed the card value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed through Sage product boxes during the 2000s.
Historical Context
Jerry Rice is widely considered the greatest wide receiver in NFL history, holding numerous career receiving records.
Market Trends
Stable market for vintage and legacy player inserts, highly dependent on dedicated player collectors.
Investment Potential
Low-to-moderate investment potential as a collectible piece, best suited for player PC rather than financial growth.
Similar Cards
Other Jerry Rice insert cards from Sage and Pacific brands of the same era.
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top loader or semi-rigid holder away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Sage is primarily known for collegiate prospect products, making cards featuring established legends like Rice in professional or retrospective inserts unique.