1993 Leaf Deion Sanders #236
Deion Sanders · Leaf (Donruss/AIG) · Base
Player
Deion Sanders
Set
1993 Leaf Series 1
Year
1993
Card #
236
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). Visual examination shows slight top-to-bottom centering bias and minor corner softening on the bottom left. The surface appears clean through the protective sleeve, and the black bottom border shows typical minor edge wear common for this era.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Leaf (Donruss/AIG)
Demand Level
Moderate. Deion Sanders remains a massive cultural figure and 'Coach Prime' hype has kept his collectibles relevant. However, as a base card from a high-production year, it is widely available.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $35-50, PSA 10: $150-225
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1-$3 plus shipping. Recent PSA 9 sales have fluctuated between $30 and $45. PSA 10 copies are much rarer due to the condition-sensitive black borders and can fetch over $150.
Description
This 1993 Leaf Deion Sanders card captures 'Prime Time' in his Atlanta Braves uniform mid-swing. The card features the iconic 1993 Leaf design with a high-gloss finish, a full-bleed photo, and a distinctive gold-foil 'The Leaf Set' seal in the lower right corner. The bottom of the card is anchored by a black diagonal bar containing the player name in gold foil and a red ribbons logo for the Braves. The reverse side features a secondary photo and career statistics.
Key Features
Deion Sanders is a dual-sport icon and Hall of Fame football player. While this is not a rookie card, 1993 Leaf is considered a premium set from the junk wax era known for its high-quality photography and gold foil accents. Sanders cards maintain a cult following among Braves, Cowboys, and Falcons fans.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. The gold foil seal has a distinct tactile texture and correct reflective properties. The card stock thickness is consistent with 1993 Leaf production. Confidence: High. This card is rarely counterfeited as the market value does not typically justify the cost of reproduction.
Flaws to Note
The black borders on the bottom of 1993 Leaf cards are notorious for showing 'chipping' or white specks where the ink has worn away. This specific card appears to have slightly more border on the bottom than the top. Minor corner wear is visible on the bottom edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card, primarily through the eBay Standard Envelope program for low-cost shipping. It would also perform well in a 'pick your card' multi-listing for Braves or Deion Sanders collectors.
Selling Tips
Due to the low raw value, grading is only recommended if you are certain the card will achieve a PSA 10. For raw sales, use a penny sleeve and top-loader as seen in the photo. Use keywords like 'Prime Time', 'Braves', and 'Hall of Fame' to boost search visibility.