1995-96 Fleer Metal #134 Dennis Rodman Signed Game-Used Patch Card - Beckett Authenticated

This is a 1995-96 Fleer Metal basketball card featuring NBA legend Dennis Rodman in his Chicago Bulls uniform. The card has been vertically oriented and features a highly textured, silver etched 'Metal' foil background which is a hallmark of this mid-90s set. On the lower half of the card face, Rodman has provided a bold, blue felt-tip ink signature that has been graded a '10' for quality by Beckett. The card is further distinguished by a 'game used patch' embedded within the Beckett Authentication Services (BAS) slab, which is noted on the label as being photo-matched to 2/10/1994. The patch displays white, black, and silver/grey fabric, likely from a jersey or warm-up piece. The card is housed in a professional, tamper-evident Beckett oversized slab (serial number 00018264992), which preserves its condition and verifies the authenticity of the autograph and the associated memorabilia. The slab is in excellent clear condition with no visible scuffing or cracking, and the card's corners and edges appear well-protected, maintaining the integrity of the delicate foil surfaces.

I have examined the digital representation of the 1995-96 Fleer Metal #134 Dennis Rodman card. This piece represents a sophisticated 'aftermarket' masterpiece: a classic mid-90s foil card enhanced with a post-production bold blue ink signature and a photo-matched game-used patch, all authenticated and encapsulated by Beckett Authentication Services (BAS). The signature is exceptionally fluid, meriting its '10' grade, while the metal foil surface—notoriously prone to 'snowing' and oxidation—appears remarkably preserved. The value of this item is significantly bolstered by the photo-match date (2/10/1994), providing a level of provenance rarely seen in multi-vendor memorabilia cards. Dennis Rodman collectibles, specifically from his Chicago Bulls era, have seen a massive resurgence in market demand following 'The Last Dance' documentary. Comparables for dual-authenticated Rodman 'slabbed' memorabilia of this caliber have trended upward, particularly for aesthetic pairings where the patch colors complement the card design. While the BAS encapsulation provides high confidence in the autograph's legitimacy, an in-person examination would be required to verify the slab's ultrasonic seal integrity and to inspect the foil edges for micro-chipping under 10x magnification. Furthermore, while the label cites a photo-match, obtaining the original high-resolution comparison images used for that determination would be essential for a permanent archival record. Because this is a hand-signed item and not a pack-pulled 'Certified Issue' signature from 1995, the value is tied heavily to the BAS certification and the specific visual appeal of the large, clear signature over the iconic 'Metal' background.