TCGAI.PRO Barry Sanders 1992 · Pro Set · #421
8.5 Near Mint-Mint+
Cen
8
Cor
9.5
Edg
9
Sur
9.5
Hold
Barry Sanders card, TCGAI Score 8.5

Certificate #1F7920850F9D · Football

Barry Sanders

Pro Set · #421 · 1992

Near Mint-Mint+ Hold

Hold. Often worth as much raw. Keep it or sell it raw.

Estimate, not an official grade.

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Condition report

Each check is scored out of 10 on both sides. The lowest one caps the TCGAI Score.

Front No flaws
Back No flaws
Sub-grades out of 10, front and back
Check Front Back
Centering 9 8
Corners 9.5 9.5
Edges 9 9
Surface 10 9.5
Whitening 9.5 10
Holo / foil 10 9.5

What the AI found

Flaws visible at the photo's resolution. A grader under magnification may find more. Marks on the photos show the area named, not an exact spot.

No defects listed at this photo resolution.

What this card sells for

An estimate from recent listings, not an appraisal. Prices in USD.

Graded

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No comparable graded sales

Raw, ungraded

$1.54

$0.99 – $2.00 · 7 listings

Grading premium

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Graded average over raw average

Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot. Muestra insuficiente (graded=0, validListings=8, mínimo=5). Rango estimado con baja confianza.

Reference image for Barry Sanders

Reference used to identify the card

The card was matched against this image from eBay. It only confirms which card it is; the grade comes from your photos.

Barry Sanders #421 1992 Pro Set [NFC Pro Bowl] Detroit Lions

About this card

Background compiled from public web sources. Check it before you buy or sell.

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 4/10

Consistent low prices reflect oversupply from 1990s junk wax era; steady but minimal collector interest in mid-career inserts.

Next months. Stable low value, $1-5 raw in next 3-6 months

Long term. Stable with slight upside for high-grade copies due to Sanders legacy, unlikely major gains

History

Barry Sanders is a Hall of Fame running back for the Detroit Lions (1989-1998), widely regarded as one of the greatest NFL rushers ever, known for his elusive running style, eight Pro Bowls, and 1997 MVP award despite team struggles; this card captures his NFC Pro Bowl appearance.

First released in 1992 Pro Set Football set's Newsreel NFC Pro Bowl subset.

  • Barry Sanders is not a rookie in this set (rookie year 1989)
  • Part of Pro Set's Newsreel insert highlighting Pro Bowl stars
  • HOF inductee in 2004 with career 15,269 rushing yards

Rarity and print run

Tier
Uncommon
Print run
High
First printed in
1992 Pro Set Football
Demand
Low
Supply
High
  • Pro Bowl subset insert in base set
  • High overall print run of 1992 Pro Set
  • No serial numbering or limited production

Collector notes

Condition. Check for centering issues common in Pro Set, edge chipping from thin card stock, surface scratches on gloss finish, print defects on subset cards; corners prone to dings.

Storage. Use semi-rigid top loaders or magnetic holders, store in cool dry place away from sunlight to prevent fading, avoid stacking without sleeves.

Authenticity. Legitimate 1992 Pro Set cards lack modern holograms; verify Pro Set logo and font; fakes rare but check for blurry printing or incorrect back stats; graded/graded grading recommended for high value.

Sources: sportscardspro.com, youtube.com

Card details

Name
Barry Sanders
Game
Football
Set
Pro Set (Unknown)
Number
421
Year
1992
Rarity
Pro Bowl Subset
Special stamps
NFC Pro Bowl
Language
English
Manufacturer
Pro Set Inc
Identification
Matched on eBay
Certificate
#1F7920850F9D
Graded on
Apr 25, 2026
Views
3

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