1992 Fleer Ultra Jim Leyritz #182
Jim Leyritz · Fleer (Ultra Brand) · Base Card
Player
Jim Leyritz
Set
1992 Fleer Ultra
Year
1992
Card #
#182
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 6-7 (EX-MT). While the surface gloss is high, the card shows significant 'bricking' or chipping along the bottom black border, especially on the corners. Centering appears slightly shifted to the left.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Fleer (Ultra Brand)
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Primarily sought by Yankees team collectors or fans of 90s nostalgia. Not a card with significant investment potential.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60. Note: Grading costs far exceed the market value for this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $1, often included in bulk lots. PSA 10 copies are rare but only fetch modest prices (approx. $40-50) based on the small population of 'Registry' collectors who want every card in the set in perfect condition.
Description
This 1992 Fleer Ultra Jim Leyritz features a high-gloss action shot of the Yankees catcher running the bases in his road gray uniform. The design is characteristic of the early 90s Ultra premium line, featuring a marble-style bottom border, gold-foil lettering for the player name, and the iconic '92 Fleer Ultra logo in the top left corner.
Key Features
Features Jim Leyritz, a New York Yankees fan favorite known for his post-season heroics (1996 World Series). Part of Fleer's premium high-gloss 'Ultra' brand which was a step up from their standard cardboard set.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. This is a common card from the 'junk wax' era and is not a target for counterfeiting. The card stock thickness, high-gloss UV coating, and gold foil stamping are consistent with original 1992 production.
Flaws to Note
Visible whitening and chipping on the bottom right and left corners. The black bottom border is notorious for showing even the slightest edge wear. A heavy camera flash reflection is visible on the surface, obscuring possible scratches.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a New York Yankees team lot or a complete 1992 Ultra set on eBay. It could also fit in a 'quarter box' or 'dime box' at a local card show or hobby shop.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of the slab will be significantly higher than the resale value. If selling online, list it in a group of other Yankees cards or 1992 Ultra stars to save on shipping costs and attract more interest. Use 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping for single cards of this value to keep costs down.