1994-95 Fleer Ultra Pat LaFontaine Speed Merchant #8
Pat LaFontaine · Fleer/SkyBox International · Insert
Player
Pat LaFontaine
Set
1994-95 Fleer Ultra - Speed Merchant Subset
Year
1994
Card #
#8 of 10
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). Centering appears slightly shifted left-to-right. Surface shows typical light scratches common with 'gold' foil stamping. Bottom-left corner shows slight whitening.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Fleer/SkyBox International
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Primarily sought by Pat LaFontaine player collectors or Sabres team set builders. Demand for non-rookie inserts from the 'junk wax' era remains niche unless in Gem Mint condition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $35-50, PSA 10: $125+
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies of this specific insert typically sell for $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded copies are rare because the cost of grading usually outweighs the market value for this specific insert.
Description
A classic 1990s hockey insert featuring Buffalo Sabres legend and Hockey Hall of Famer Pat LaFontaine. This 'Speed Merchant' insert showcases a high-action photography style with gold foil lettering for the player name and subset title. LaFontaine is pictured in his iconic blue Sabres jersey with the 'C' captain's patch clearly visible.
Key Features
Features Hockey Hall of Fame inductee Pat LaFontaine; High-gloss finish and gold foil stamping typical of the premium 1990s Ultra brand; Subset focusing on the fastest skaters in the NHL.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct 1994-95 Fleer Ultra logo in gold foil; standard 20pt card stock; pixelation-free high-resolution 90s printing; authentic Sabres team logo and jersey details. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Foil surfaces are prone to 'chipping' and fine hairline scratches; the dark borders on Fleer Ultra cards often show edge wear easily; top-loader shows significant wear which may have transferred residue to the card surface.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now), COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-term storage and easy fulfillment, or Sportlots for low-value base/insert filling.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is absolutely flawless, as grading fees will exceed the card's raw value. Clean the surface with a microfiber cloth before photographing. List with player name and 'Sabres' in the title to attract team collectors. Best shipped in a bubble mailer using the 'eBay Standard Envelope' for $1 cards.