1993 Fleer Ultra Cal Eldred #438
Cal Eldred · Fleer (Ultra Brand) · Base
Player
Cal Eldred
Set
1993 Fleer Ultra
Year
1993
Card #
438
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (Excellent-Mint) - Notable surface scratch/crease on the right-hand edge through the baseball graphic; light corner white-touch.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Fleer (Ultra Brand)
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Cal Eldred is a team-specific collectible for Brewers fans but lacks the Hall of Fame status required for high secondary market demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8.00-12.00, PSA 9: $15.00-20.00, PSA 10: $45.00-60.00 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds value for this card)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of 1993 Fleer Ultra base cards range from $0.10 to $0.99, typically sold in bulk. Graded 'Junk Wax' era commons rarely trade unless they are Gem Mint PSA 10s.
Description
A 1993 Fleer Ultra Cal Eldred base card featuring a high-gloss finish. The card shows Eldred in his Milwaukee Brewers pinstripe home uniform (number 21) in the middle of his delivery. The front features a gold-foil '93 Fleer Ultra logo in the top right and his name in a blue nameplate at the bottom. This set was known for its premium photography and high-gloss 'premium' feel compared to the standard Fleer flagship set of that year.
Key Features
Premium 1990s high-gloss design; features Cal Eldred during the height of his career following his 1992 success; iconic 'Ultra' gold foil branding.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. The gold foil depth and characteristic 'Ultra' high-gloss UV coating are correct for the era. This card is from the 'junk wax' era and is not a target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Significant surface indentation or crease visible on the right middle edge cutting through the baseball background graphic. Top right corner shows minor white-tip wear. Centering appears slightly shifted to the left (60/40).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a Milwaukee Brewers team set or a Bulk Lot on eBay. Also suitable for 'Dime Boxes' at local card shows or for trade on COMC.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading ($19+) is significantly higher than the market value. When listing, use keywords like 'Milwaukee Brewers' and '90s Baseball.' This card is best used as a 'filler' for set builders.