1992 Fleer Ultra Ken Patterson #356
Ken Patterson · Fleer (Ultra Brand) · Base Card
Player
Ken Patterson
Set
1992 Fleer Ultra
Year
1992
Card #
#356
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 6-7 (EX-MT). While the surface appears glossy, the centering is noticeably shifted toward the top. The bottom right corner shows visible white chipping and wear, which is common for this high-gloss, dark-bordered set.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Fleer (Ultra Brand)
Demand Level
Low/Niche. This is a common card from the overproduced 'Junk Wax' era. Demand is limited to Chicago Cubs team collectors or Ken Patterson completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5.00 - $10.00; PSA 9: $15.00 - $20.00; PSA 10: $40.00 - $60.00 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds market value).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of similar 1992 Ultra commons are generally under $0.50. Bulk lots of 1992 Ultra (hundreds of cards) typically sell for $10-$20. Graded copies of non-superstar players from this set rarely appear at auction as they are not financially viable to grade.
Description
This 1992 Fleer Ultra Ken Patterson card features a classic action shot of the Chicago Cubs pitcher in his home pinstripes. The '92 Ultra set was known for its premium feel, featuring high-gloss UV coating and gold foil stamping for the '92 Fleer Ultra' logo in the top right corner. The bottom of the card features a red nameplate for Ken Patterson and a blue team/position bar. The photography is sharp, capturing the delivery mid-stride.
Key Features
High-gloss premium finish; Gold foil stamping; Early 90s 'Junk Wax' era nostalgia; Features Patterson during his Chicago Cubs tenure.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. Gold foil logo has the correct reflective properties for 1992 Fleer products. Printing dot pattern is consistent with early 90s offset lithography. This card is not a target for counterfeiting due to its commonality.
Flaws to Note
Centering is top-heavy; Softness and white exposure on the bottom right corner; Potential for surface 'bricking' or sticking if stored in humidity; Minor edge wear typical of Fleer Ultra's sensitive gloss coating.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk Cubs team lot on eBay, or through a platform like COMC (Check Out My Cards) where low-value singles can be consolidated for shipping. It is not recommended for individual sale due to shipping costs outweighing the card's value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees will be 50x to 100x more than the card’s worth. The best way to move this is to list it as a 'Cheap PWE' (Plain White Envelope) option for $1.00 total on eBay to attract player or team collectors looking to fill a binder gap.