1992 Fleer Ultra Sid Fernandez #128
Sid Fernandez · Fleer (Ultra Brand) · Base Card
Player
Sid Fernandez
Set
1992 Fleer Ultra
Year
1992
Card #
#128
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy to the right; corners show visible white wear and softening specifically on the bottom right; edges have minor chipping typical of the dark-bordered 1992 Ultra back design.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Fleer (Ultra Brand)
Demand Level
Low. Demand is primarily limited to New York Mets team collectors or 1992 Fleer Ultra set builders. This card was produced in very high quantities during the 'Junk Wax' era.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8.00 - $12.00, PSA 9: $15.00 - $25.00, PSA 10: $40.00 - $60.00 (Note: Grading costs exceed current market value for this specific player/card combo).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for base cards from this set typically range from $0.25 to $1.00 in raw condition. Hall of Fame players from the same set (like Tony Gwynn or Ken Griffey Jr.) sell for $1.00 - $3.00 raw. Graded copies of common players from this era rarely appear at auction unless they are Gem Mint PSA 10s.
Description
This 1992 Fleer Ultra base card features New York Mets left-handed pitcher Sid 'El Sid' Fernandez in his iconic wind-up. The card features a full-bleed photo design with a gold foil '92 Fleer Ultra' logo in the upper left and a color-coded name plate at the bottom. This was considered a premium 'super-premium' set at the time of its release, characterized by high-gloss UV coating and high-quality photography.
Key Features
Features a key member of the 1986 World Series Champion Mets; High-gloss finish and gold foil stamping characteristic of early 90s 'super-premium' cards.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. Features the correct gold foil stamping texture; correct card stock thickness for 1992 Fleer Ultra; high-resolution printing of the team name and player ribbon. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Visible corner wear on the bottom right; right-side centering bias; the high-gloss coating is prone to surface scratching and 'bricking' (sticking to other cards), though this copy appears to have avoided major surface peeling.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team lot or set), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or local card shop bulk bins. It is best sold as part of a New York Mets 'player lot' or 'team lot' to justify shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee will be significantly higher than the card's market value. If selling on eBay, use 'Standard Envelope' for shipping to keep costs under $1.00. Focus on keywords like '1986 Mets' or 'Vintage Mets Pitcher' to attract team collectors.