This is a premium embossed insert from the 1995-96 Fleer Metal set. These cards feature heavy textured metallic backgrounds and foil elements, which make them visually striking but challenging to grade due to edge/corner sensitivity and surface wear on the embossing.

Pop Report

Overall Grade 9: 2

Overall Grade 8.5: 1

Grading Basis: Direct analysis of all provided high-resolution images (full front/back + macro close-ups of corners, edges, foil/embossing, nameplate, and surface).

Crescent Vale Self-Graded Scores

Centering: The centering was near perfect and received a 9.5.

Edges: The edges had wear and scored an 8.5.

Corners: The corners had imperfections and scored an 8.

Surface: The surface had slight wear and scored an 8.5.

Crescent Vale Self-Graded Overall Score: 8.5 Near Mint-Mint+

Grok AI Scores

PSA Grade Estimate: PSA 8 (candidate for PSA 9)

Key Factors (PSA scale):

Centering: 9.0 – Strong alignment of the photo and metallic design.

Corners: 8.0–8.5 – Minor softening on the embossed foil corners (very common for Metal cards).

Edges: 8.0 – Typical light whitening/texture along the perimeter from the thick stock.

Surface: 8.5 – Excellent reflectivity and depth in the embossed background. No major scratches or delamination.

Eye Appeal: Strong. The metallic “cracked stone” texture and dunk pose create great visual impact.Cross-Reference: Consistent with other Fleer Metal examples in your collection. High grades (9+) are rare due to the foil construction.

BGS Subgrades & Overall: BGS 8.5

Centering: 9.0

Corners: 8.5

Edges: 8.0

Surface: 9.0

Grok AI Overall Score: 8.5

Market Context & Recommendation:Fleer Metal inserts are sought after for their innovative 90s design.

This is a solid example. Submit to PSA or BGS for protection — it will display beautifully in a slab.

Please Note: This card is housed in a custom display slab for superior protection and presentation. While the label may include descriptive details, this is not a grade from a third-party professional service (such as PSA, BGS, or SGC). The card is being sold as Raw/Ungraded. Please review the high-resolution photos provided to make your own assessment of the card’s condition before bidding or purchasing.