1993 Fleer Ultra Frank Castillo #244
Frank Castillo · Fleer (Ultra sub-brand) · Base
Player
Frank Castillo
Set
1993 Fleer Ultra
Year
1993
Card #
#244
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Visible top-edge chipping and corner softening common for full-bleed dark gloss sets.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Fleer (Ultra sub-brand)
Demand Level
Low - Niche. Primarily sought by Chicago Cubs team collectors or completionists of the 1993 Ultra set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $60-80 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current market value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales show individual base cards from this set typically sell for under $1.00 or are found in 10-cent 'common' bins at card shows.
Description
A stunning high-gloss card from the 1993 Fleer Ultra set featuring Chicago Cubs pitcher Frank Castillo. The card features a full-bleed action photo with gold foil lettering for the player's name and a classic marble-patterned nameplate at the bottom. The '93 Ultra logo with the flaming baseball sits in the top right corner.
Key Features
Premium high-gloss finish, gold foil stamping, and full-bleed action photography characteristic of the early 1990s 'super-premium' card era.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic paper stock thickness, correct gold foil application, and standard 1993 Fleer printing dot patterns. This card is not a target for counterfeiting due to its common status.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening and chipping on the top edge (common with Fleer Ultra high-gloss stock), slight rounding on the top-left corner, and minor surface scratches visible in the gloss.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team lot), COMC (for set fillers), or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fees will far outweigh the return. Best sold as part of a 'Chicago Cubs Team Lot' or a '1993 Fleer Ultra Complete Set' to maximize appeal to collectors.