1990 Pro Set Eric Thomas #82
Eric Thomas · Pro Set · Base
Player
Eric Thomas
Set
1990 Pro Set Series 1
Year
1990
Card #
82
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). Reasons: Visible softening on all four corners, particularly the top left. Notable white chipping/edge wear along the top red border and bottom right edge. Surface appears clean but edges prevent a higher grade.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Pro Set
Demand Level
Low. This is considered a common card from a massively overproduced set. Demand is limited to Bengals team collectors or set builders completing the 1990 Pro Set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5.00 - $10.00, PSA 9: $15.00 - $25.00, PSA 10: $40.00 - $60.00 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current value for this specific player/condition).
Comparable Sales
Recent individual sales for common cards in this set generally range from $0.50 to $1.50 with free shipping. High-grade PSA 10 versions of stars from this set sell for more, but commons rarely trade hands above $1.
Description
This 1990 Pro Set Eric Thomas card features the Cincinnati Bengals cornerback in an athletic defensive stance. Part of the iconic 'Junk Wax' era, the card features the classic Pro Set red and black border design with 'The Official NFL Card' logo in the upper left. The reverse side includes career statistics and a brief player biography.
Key Features
Classic 1990s Pro Set design; features a Pro Bowl cornerback (1988) during the Bengals' successful era.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card is from the high-production 'Junk Wax' era and is not a target for counterfeiting. Authentic indicators include the specific paper stock texture and the 1990 Pro Set logo registration.
Flaws to Note
Significant white chipping on the top edge and top-left corner where the red ink has worn away. Bottom right corner is rounded. Centering is slightly heavy toward the bottom.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team lot), COMC, or local card shop bulk bins. Selling as a single is usually not profitable due to shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee is significantly higher than the card's market value. Best sold as part of a 'Cincinnati Bengals Team Lot' or a '1990 Pro Set Complete Set' to maximize appeal to niche collectors.