1995 Fleer Ultra Joey Hamilton All-Rookie Gold Medallion #1
Joey Hamilton · Fleer/Ultra · Parallel (Gold Medallion Insert)
Player
Joey Hamilton
Set
1995 Fleer Ultra All-Rookie Subset
Year
1995
Card #
#1 of 10
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). Visible corner whitening on the bottom right and potential surface scuffing characteristic of late 90s glossy sets.
Category
Parallel (Gold Medallion Insert)
Manufacturer
Fleer/Ultra
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Joey Hamilton has a limited following primarily among Padres team collectors or completionist set builders for 1995 Ultra Gold Medallions.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $60-80 (Note: Low demand makes grading this specific player financially impractical).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of similar mid-90s Gold Medallion common/minor stars range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. High-grade PSA 10s of this specific card rarities exist but have very thin sales history, usually staying under $50 for non-Hall of Fame players.
Description
This 1995 Fleer Ultra Joey Hamilton card features the 'All-Rookie' designation and the highly collectible 'Gold Medallion' parallel stamp in the upper left corner. The card showcases a multi-panel design including an action shot of Hamilton in his San Diego Padres pinstripes and a sepia-toned close-up portrait. The bottom corner features a yellow 'rain-drop' textured graphic.
Key Features
Features the Gold Medallion parallel logo, which was a popular chase element in the mid-90s; showcases Hamilton's status as a top young pitcher for the Padres during the mid-90s.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. Genuine Fleer Ultra high-gloss card stock and authentic gold foil stamping for the Medallion logo. This card is not currently targeted by counterfeiters due to its low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening on the bottom right corner; some edge wear on the left side; potential surface wax or finger oils visible on the dark glossy portions; centering appears slightly shifted to the right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now/Best Offer), COMC, or Sportlots. This card is best sold as part of a Padres team lot or a 1995 Gold Medallion starter set to maximize interest.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees will far exceed the market value. When listing on eBay, use the 'eBay Standard Envelope' for shipping to keep costs under $1.00, making the purchase more attractive to budget collectors.