1991 Fleer Ultra Lawrence Taylor #117
Lawrence Taylor · Fleer (Ultra Brand) · Base
Player
Lawrence Taylor
Set
1991 Fleer Ultra
Year
1991
Card #
#117
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). The centering appears slightly heavy toward the left and bottom based on the border margins. Corners show slight softening, particularly on the bottom right. Surface exhibits minor gloss wear typical of the era.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Fleer (Ultra Brand)
Demand Level
Moderate. Heavy interest among New York Giants team collectors and HOF set builders, but supply from the 'junk wax' era is plentiful.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $20-30, PSA 9: $45-60, PSA 10: $250-350
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1.00 to $2.00 plus shipping. Recent PSA 9 sales have fluctuated between $40-$55. PSA 10 copies are rare and command a significant premium due to the sensitivity of the dark borders and gloss.
Description
A stunning 1991 Fleer Ultra card featuring New York Giants legendary linebacker Lawrence Taylor in action against a Cardinals offensive lineman. This card is part of the inaugural Fleer Ultra release, known for its high-gloss finish and beautiful full-bleed photography. Taylor is shown wearing his iconic #56 blue Giants jersey with his hand in the dirt ready to rush. The bottom gold foil strip features his name and position in crisp white lettering.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player; Iconic 1990s high-end design; Durable Ultra gloss stock; Features one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct gold foil application; thick card stock compared to standard 1991 Fleer; high-gloss finish. Confidence: High (This is a low-value base card and is very rarely counterfeited).
Flaws to Note
A noticeable print line or light reflection is visible vertically over the Cardinal player's leg; bottom right corner has minor white showing; edge chipping is common for this set due to the dark blue top border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as a 'buy it now' on eBay, through COMC for low-cost processing, or in person at local card shows as part of a Hall of Fame bargain bin.
Selling Tips
Due to high production volume, grading is only recommended if the card is flawlessly centered and surface-perfect (targeting a PSA 10). Use high-resolution scans to show the gloss. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a reinforced envelope.