Report this item opens in a new window or tab. Bidding. Please. I bought a Ken Griffey upper deck rookie card from a legit card store. Thanks. If you do not receive the verification code within 60 Seconds, we will send you the activation link again. 1989 Upper Deck - [Base] #1 - Ken Griffey Jr. 4 year sales View Chart Find More Listings 1 - 12 of 34 Add all 34 items to my cart $59.13 Add to Cart View Cart Join COMC to save on purchases and shipping! I have two of these. Recent Sales (Population): PSA 10: $170 (4879) PSA 9: 20 (28626) PSA 8: 12 (17011) There are a lot of these 1989 Fleer cards on the market, too, if you're looking to rip your own Griffey rookie card. He may not have seemed like a "Star Rookie" heading into the 1989 season, but he quickly turned things around going 12-11 with a 2.94 ERA while earning his first of eight career All-Star appearances. More specifically, the bottom of his name aside from the tail of the lower case y in Griffey. 1989 Upper Deck - #1 Ken Griffey Jr (RC) See Details on eBay available at $67.83 Buy It Now or Best Offer , Click to see shipping cost , eBay Money Back Guarantee Ken Griffey Jr.'s baseball cards are available in at least 43 sets. The fact of the matter remains that above else it was Griffey Jr. that made the card so special. You can change your preferences any time in your Privacy Settings. Have one to sell? Current Bidding; Minimum Bid: The 1989 Upper Deck baseball set began with cards numbered 1 to 26 consisting of the Upper Deck Star Rookie collection. Donruss and Fleer were the new kids on the block, but they were significant because they broke the monopoly that Topps had held on baseball cards for nearly thirty years. Need Help? To me, they based it off of that card making it the #1 card in the set for the #1 overall pick. Ross is the founder of Old Sports Cards and has been collecting sports cards for over 30 years. He mentioned that the young company struggled with printing machine issues andthe paper used. US. Geideman was only six months in age apart from Griffey Jr. and had watched him play for the San Bernardino Spirit. While the exact number of Wagner T206 cards is unknown, estimates have placed the number somewhere between fifty to two hundred. It would be in the junk wax that gets thrown away after people rip packs looking for other Hall of Famers and desirable rookies.. Like many other baseball cards, the Ken Griffey Jr. 1989 Upper Deck rookie card is a piece of cardboard that has been replicated over a million times. Lucas Stallbaumer may have the largest collection of 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. cards in the world with at least multiple hundred kept in safety deposit boxes. How could he be in the Bigs wearing any other uniform than Cincys? However, Upper Deck did correct the reverse negative error and released an updated version into the market as well. His play and demeanor on the field resonated with a generation of people around the world and the swarm of fans he created will forever have this baseball card as a grail to feel a little closer to their hero. Keep in mind that anyone can view public collections- they may also appear in recommendations and other places. Pitchers with 300 Wins and Their Baseball Cards. Another member of the "Star Rookies" subset, Gary Sheffield, did turn out to be one of the biggest stars of his era. Forget about limitless pizza, that won't even buy you a single large. That shows you how explosive prices for many cards in this hobby have been lately, kind of a like a Randy Johnson fastball itself. Sorry, I get your premise, but I cant read the whole post, or anything but the title, the first paragraph or so, and a quick scan of everything else. 13) Withhold judgment in 2000. Get exclusive, FREE weekly baseball card ramblings, straight to your inbox! Ken Griffey Jr 1989 Upper Deck Rookie Graded/Encased & Authenticated Psa 8 Gem - Hottest Card in the Hobby!!! That means the card needs to be flawless. Sale Price AU$44.09 Ken Griffey Jr. 1989 Upper Deck Base Ken Griffey Jr. 1989 Upper Deck Base #1 Price Guide Grade Shop This Card On Ebay Shop This Card Price Graph Last 30 Days (For a longer history use Market Movers ) Ken Griffey Jr.'s baseball cards are available in at least 43 sets. 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Where they saw they examined the hologram on the card, impressed with the new technology that they had never seen before, and where hopefully, they perused through the cards and saw the altered image of the Kid, little did they know that would go on to one of the most extraordinary MLB careers of all time, all the while exuding confidence and charisma. It will be referred toas Missing Hologram on the label. Look, we all know that the 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey, Jr., rookie card is the best baseball card issued that year and probably in the entire decade of the 1980s.. Heck, if there had been several million less of the cards issued, it might be the greatest card since the 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle faux rookie.. View Etsys Privacy Policy. 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These can cause the surface to be dropped anywhere from an 8.5 to a 6. In fact, Ive been able to build up a level of resentment toward this card that is, if I say so myself, most impressive. Key: AW - Award Winners; TCL - Team Checklists. Like Biggio, I thought Martinez's status as a Hall of Famer would give his rookie card a bit more of a boost in value. Within the set were also several different subsets, including: While the hobby may have initially been shocked by the relatively high price tags of 1989 Upper Deck packs, collectors quickly fell in love with these cards and they remain a hobby favorite to this day. Original Price AU$136.96 Read the full disclosure here. (30% off), Sale Price from 40.12 document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Stay in the know about the latest sports card, hobby news, and promotions from Beckett. Despite the claim and many who want to believe there is one, there is NOT an official error card regarding the 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. rookie card. However, if one of the holograms is complete and the other is missing pieces, the surface grade will be deducted accordingly. 1
1989 UPPER DECK #1 KEN GRIFFEY JR. RC HOF PSA 9 DNA AUTO AUTH B3552177-383. And, along with fellow Hall of Famers Greg Maddux and Tom Glavine, Smoltz helped form some of the most feared starting rotations that I ever saw. 1989 Set Number #1 Product Description The Ken Griffey Jr. 1989 Upper Deck Star Rookie #1 is one of the most iconic cards in the hobby especially for more modern baseball cards. Show Printable Version; Show all available posts; 03-27-2015, 04:10 AM #1. Hint: You may want to spend more time on the back. Etsys 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centres that host Etsy.com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsys global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. Read our methodology . - Card Number : 1 - Player : Ken Griffey Jr. - Franchise : Upper Deck - Set : 1989 Upper Deck - Player/Athlete : Ken Griffey Jr. - Manufacturer : Upper Deck - Type : Sports Trading Card - Card Name : 1989 Ken Griffey Jr. - Original/Reprint : Original Rookie BGS 8.5 RC, 1989 Upper Deck #1 Ken Griffey Jr. RC Rookie MARINERS, KEN GRIFFEY JR. 6
1989 Upper Deck KEN GRIFFEY JR #1 RC Card graded BGS 10 Pristine Low POP & Rare! Post contains affiliate links. Seattle Mariners, Ken Griffey Jr 1989 Upper Deck #1 'The Kids" RC ROOKIE Card SGC 10 GEM MINT 10, 1989 Upper Deck Star Rookie Ken Griffey Jr. #1 Rookie Card Seattle PSA 6 Ex-Mt, 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr Rookie Card RC #1 BGS 8.5 Mariners NM-MT+ 9.5 Sub, 70678228 Ken Griffey Jr 1989 Upper Deck Star Rookie RC 1 PSA 8 Mariners HOF, 1989 Upper Deck KEN GRIFFEY JR. #1 Rookie RC HOF Mariners BGS 5 EXCELLENT, 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr #1 BGS 8.5 Rookie RC HOF, KEN GRIFFEY JR 1989 UPPER DECK STAR ROOKIE CARD RC #1 GRADED PSA 8 NM-MT, 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. Of those 90,000, around 2,500 have received a desirable rating of 9.5 or 10. Doesnt his smile feel more like a smirk? SHOP 1989 KEN GRIFFEY JR. UPPER DECK CARD ON EBAY. 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr Rookie BGS 7.5 Subgrades of 8.5! By navigating the site, you agree to the use of cookies to collect information. 1989 UPPER DECK 1 KEN GRIFFEY JR SGC NM/MT 8. US. 9
Theres nothing wrong to a traditionalist with those cards. These negatively impact the grade. Even though a card is fresh from a pack or factory set, dont assume any quality. When Upper Decks first baseball set hit the market, it put everyone on notice that they werent there to mess around. Free shipping for many products! One reason many of the Ken Griffey Jr. cards dont receive strong scores is because of the printing of the card itself. 1989 Upper Deck - #1 Ken Griffey Jr (RC)(1989 Upper Deck - #1 Ken Griffey Jr (RC)) 1989 Upper Deck - #1 Ken Griffey Jr (RC) Perfect for grading! Captcha failed to load. Rookie Card PSA 9, 1989 Upper Deck #1 Ken Griffey Jr RC SGC 9 New Tuxedo Freshly Graded ENN Cards, 1989 Upper Deck STAR ROOKIE RC #1 KEN GRIFFEY JR Seattle Mariners PSA 8.5, 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr #1 BGS 9.5 Gem Mint RC HOF, 1989 Upper Deck Baseball #1 Ken Griffey Jr Rookie Card Graded BGS 9.5 Gem Mint, KEN GRIFFEY JR. 1989 Upper Deck STAR ROOKIE CARD #1 BGS 9.5 GEM MINT MARINERS, Ken Griffey Jr. Mariners HOF 1989 Upper Deck #1 Rookie Card Rc BGS 9.5 True Gem, 1989 Upper Deck Set Break #1 Ken Griffey Jr. The number one position in a set of baseball cards holds a certain sacredness to collectors and the choice of who would be the face of their first set was not easy for Upper Deck. In fact, in 2016, Beckett, one of the two premier card grading companies, released that over 90,000 Ken Griffey Jr. 1989 Upper Deck cards had been graded between the services of Professional Sports Authenticator and themselves. His rookie card continues to rise in popularity among collectors as it will now set you back over $50 in top grade. Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. Learn more. While he wound up as the greatest designated hitter of all-time, Martinez spent the first several seasons in the Big Leagues at the hot corner. VinylDestiny (1,152) $189.99 FREE shipping More like this 1989 Upper Deck Star Rookie #1 Ken Griffey Jr Seattle Mariners CSG 8.5 NRMT VintageHobbyEmpire (328) $125.00 FREE shipping More like this We may earn an affiliate commission if you Consistently earned 5-star reviews, dispatched orders on time, and replied quickly to messages, Looks like you already have an account! From there, he fell in love with Griffey Jr. and decided to collect the iconic card, but he couldnt get his hands on one until 2001 when he was 19, which cost him $56. Zur Auktion. $45.88 + $3.95 shipping. Like the impact of ESPN's documentary, The Last Dance, has had on Michael Jordan card values, ESPN'sLong Gone Summer has also boosted the value of McGwire cards, especially his rookie cards. 3) Flirt with the Chicago Cubs in 1984 heck, they are just as close to home as the Reds and looked like they might actually do something with their lives. The PSA 10 grade has had the best ROI and should have the best ROI moving forward. Which Was Your Favorite Old-Time Baseball Cards Publica 1987 Topps Baseball Cards 25 Most Valuable R 1978 Topps Baseball Cards The Ultimate Guide, 12 Most Important Ken Griffey Jr. While Johnson had shown flashes of greatness in Montreal in 1988, his poor start to the 1989 season prompted the Expos to ship him to the Mariners as part of a multi-player deal. Ken Griffey Jr. They could have played it safe and gone with someone like Gregg Jefferies, arguably the hottest up-and-comer of the day, but instead went with "The Kid" who wasn't even sure to make the Mariners' 1989 Opening Day roster. Look, we all know that the 1989Upper Deck Ken Griffey, Jr., rookie card is the best baseball card issued that year and probably in the entire decade of the 1980s. Now, look up above at that Griffey rookie again. Today, this T206 Wagner card is the most valuable baseball card in the world when looking at the price. His candidates included Gregg Jeffries, a player who had been in the big leagues with the Mets the previous season, as well as Gary Sheffield and Sandy Alomar Jr. Geidemans gamble to put Griffey Jr. as the number one card is a decision that worked out great for Upper Deck and has gone down in baseball card history. Griffey was the hero of the league, his smooth swing knocking ball after ball over the fence, yet he was more than just a ballplayer as he exuded cool and his cards reflected that. Everyone except you. Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) & PSA/DNA are divisions of Collectors Universe, Inc. Get free collecting news from leading hobby professionals, in-depth articles, breaking news, insightful videos & more! Sadly, his athletic brilliance was derailed by an unfortunate hip injury that he suffered against the Cincinnati Bengals in 1991, but his legend lives on to this day and his cards remain in high demand. Card has been graded PSA 8. Heck, if there had been several million less of the cards issued, it might be the greatest card since the 1952Topps Mickey Mantle faux rookie. It would save a lot of time and Money on both sides. The front of the card shows an unusually stoic. When Upper Decks 1989 baseball cards hit the market, they received mixed reviews as does any advancement in technology. Whenever I see it, I instantly think of the reverse negative image of that Topps mistakenly used for the '57 Hank Aaron. 1 in the very first Upper Deck set ever, and a card that was already on its way. Before using this information to make a buying or selling decision, confirm the data by consulting the actual sales catalog and prices realized. Bid now on Invaluable: 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr Rc Pro 10 from Saco River Auction on February 1, 0123 5:00 PM EST. Tallying 1,000 X your investment just rolls off the tongue nicely. 9) Be amazed by the 1990World Series winners even if you feel somehow detached from them. When asked about what he thought made the card so special, Stallbaumer pointed to the upgraded technology and card features but eventually came back around to the player on the card. 5.5
There was a problem subscribing you to this newsletter. $51.00 + $2.95 shipping. Original Price AU$59.13 SGC vs. BGS vs. PSA Grading: Who Is Best in 2023? Now that we got that out of the way, let's take a look at the list: One of the most iconic baseball cards in the hobby, the 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. rookie card helped usher in a new era as the first card and face of this landmark set. Yes! Collectors Universe disclaims any liability from the use of this information. Click above for larger image. . Read our methodology. US. So why dont all the Ken Griffey Jr. rookie cards grade 10? I have a Ken Griffey Jr #1 rookie card and its in good condition I just want to say that the information your site gave me was very valuable information and I will be getting the card graded tomorrow. Lots of glossy reading material. Rookie Card 1989 Upper Deck #1 BGS 8.5 (edges 9), 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr ROOKIE RC BGS 8.5 NM-MINT+, 1989 Upper Deck #1 Ken Griffey Jr. RC BGS 8.5 Solid Sub-grades Mariners Baseball, 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr #1 HOF RC BGS 8.5 NM-MINT+ Mariners - 9,671 POP, 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr #1 HOF ROOKIE RC BGS 8.5 NM-MINT+ Mariners, 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr Rookie 1 RC BGS 8.5 Seattle Mariners, 1989 Upper Deck #1 Ken Griffey Jr. With over a million copies made, the card has never held an extremely high monetary value and ungraded cards can be found online for under twenty dollars. Learn more. Rookie Cards. Grades (Click to . He was no slouch with the bat, either, as he picked up five Silver Slugger Awards, collected 3,060 hits, and led the league in doubles three times. If you notice an error, please report it using our "Report Item" tool. What had begun in the 19th century as an addition to a pack of cigarettes had evolved into a hobby that millions of Americans of all ages took part in. I love the guy and he was one of the greatest and most dominant pitchers I ever had the pleasure of watching. / 1989 UPPER DECK #1 MARINERS ROOKIE CARD HOF NM-MT SGC 8.5, 1989 Upper Deck #1 Ken Griffey Jr. Rc SGC 8.5, 1989 Upper Deck #1 Ken Griffey Jr SGC 8.5 NM/MT+ Seattle Mariners Hall-Of-Fame, GEM-CENTERED 1989 Upper Deck KEN GRIFFEY JR Rookie SGC 8.5 NMMT+ Mariners HOF RC, 1989 Upper Deck KEN GRIFFEY JR. Moms across the country were praised for not throwing away collections that wound up having precious cards in them. Find out more in our Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. 1989 Upper Deck Star Rookie #1 Ken Griffey Jr. ), 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr Seattle Mariners Star Rookie Card #1 PSA 5, 1989 Ken Griffey Jr. Upper Deck Star Rookie #1 PSA 5 EX Excellent Centered, 1989 UPPER DECK #1 KEN GRIFFEY JR.-PSA 5 EX, Ken Griffey Jr. #1 1989 Upper Deck Star Rookie PSA 5, Upper Deck 1989 #1 Ken Griffey Jr Rookie HOF Seattle PSA 5 EX + 3 extras, 1989 KEN GRIFFEY JR. UPPER DECK STAR ROOKIE (RC) #1 PSA 5, 1989 Upper Deck - KEN GRIFFEY JR - Rookie Card #1 - SEATTLE MARINERS SGC 7, KEN GRIFFEY JR #1 RC 1989 Upper Deck Rookie SGC 7, 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie Card - PSA MINT 9. If only about15-20% of the hologram is missing, then card may still have a chance to receive a 9.5 overall. He grew uprubbing elbows with the superstars of the 1970s Reds and their children. - Card Number : 1 - Player : Ken Griffey Jr. - Franchise : Upper Deck - Set : 1989 Upper Deck - Player/Athlete : Ken Griffey Jr. - Manufacturer : Upper Deck - Type : Sports Trading Card - Card Name : 1989 Ken Griffey Jr. - Original/Reprint : Original He had brought a 1991 Topps card while the 1989 Upper Deck card was desired. 10
(40% off), Sale Price AU$54.46 12) Kiss Jim Bowdens feet (metaphorically). I havent looked at them in years. Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. Great tips, rather than showing a bgs 9.5, it wouldve been nice to show pictures of the typical flaws you mentioned, especially the surface issues that might not be a obvious. 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. RC #1 Seattle Mariners PSA 7 NM Hot!!! 7
The decade would prove to revolutionize the industry, and it began with two new companies Donruss and Fleer entering the market in 1981. The solution to this problem came from a smiling headshot of Griffey Jr. in a San Bernardino Spirit uniform, taken by Sports Illustrated photographer V.J. (1)-1989 Upper Deck Low Series Baseball Pack Fresh From Box Possible Griffey RC 17 Small Business Upper Deck 1989 Baseball Complete Set (Hand Collated) Small Business 300 Unopened Baseball Cards Collection in Factory Sealed Packs of Vintage MLB Baseball Cards From the Late 80's and Early 90's. Value Auction Price Totals. Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. BASEBALL Post your Baseball Cards Hobby Talk Page 1 of 2 1 AU$20.92, AU$37.35 But you cant shake the feeling that Junior should have been even more than he was, and he should have been that more right there on the Riverfront all along. (10% off), Keep collections to yourself or inspire other shoppers! All rights reserved. Thread: Ken griffey jr 1989 89 upper deck star rc rookie #1 psa 7 nm mariners Thread Tools. While he may not have been a defensive stalwart, he was more than capable as a hitter, picking up a batting title, five Silver Slugger awards, and smacking 509 home runs over his 22-year career. Current Bid: USD 32.00 . 1989 Ken Griffey Jr 1989 Upper Deck #1 Gem Mint 10 RC Rookie Mariners Reds $202.49 1990 Topps KEN GRIFFEY JR. All-Star Rookie #336 Bloody Scar ERROR Card + Rare $2,800.00 1989 Upper Deck KEN GRIFFEY JR Rookie PSA 9 Shaquille O'Neal 1996 Kobe Bryant RC $49.99 1989 Score Scoremasters Ken Griffey Jr. 1.5
Upper Deck was the first to put these autographs into packs with the 1990 Reggie Jackson card, limited to 2500 total copies. Etsys 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centers that host Etsy.com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsys global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. Thanks You for the information. Summary prices by grade PRICES POP APR FACTS REGISTRY SHOP WITH AFFILIATES. A strong grade can make a major impact on what your 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. is worth (or any 1989 Upper Deck rookie card for that matter). 1989 Upper Deck #1 Ken Griffey Jr Autograph RC Rookie PSA DNA Authentic Auto, 1989 Upper Deck Baseball #1 Ken Griffey Jr. He is becoming one of the very best players in the game and helping to make Seattle a baseball town. 1989 Upper Deck Set-Break # 1 Ken Griffey Jr. NR-MINT *GMCARDS* Item No : 134466544621; . From television ads to video games, he was a larger than life superstar who captivated the sports world with his ability to play both baseball and football at a high level. from 41.06, from 58.66 Common Variations That Dont Count Against a Grade. Owner: JeremyN Item: 97324538 I was looking up how much they are worth and there is a very wide difference is worth. Tom Geideman left Upper Deck in 1994 yet his impact on the company will last forever. AU$44.09, AU$73.48 By entering your email address you agree to receive email versions of the Wax Pack Gods newsletter. 1989 KEN GRIFFEY JR. UPPER DECK CARD #1 - BGS 9.5 - GEM MINT !!! Rookie Related Rookie Year Rookie Card Hall of Fame Parallels & Grades [Base] $58.04 (100) Raw: $60.63 . (20% off), Sale Price AU$20.92 Im a lifelong Griffey fan (Reds kind, not the Mariners kind) and hes pretty much the reason Im a baseball fan and that Ive collected cards for a lot of my life. Details about 1989 Upper Deck #1 Ken Griffey Jr RC PSA 8 70508697 See original listing. The 1980s were a great time to be a collector of baseball cards. 1989 Ken Griffey Jr Upper Deck #1 *SIGNED* RC Rookie PSA 8/10 Auto *CENTERED* Sales $4,112,294. Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like: Detailed information can be found in Etsys Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy and our Privacy Policy. The 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. rookie card. (20% off), Keep collections to yourself or inspire other shoppers! Would really help us to see what to look for, before grading. View Etsys Privacy Policy. This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. No other card brand had Griffey Jr. in their number one spot, in fact, some did not have him in their set at all, and it was another aspect that made the 1989 Upper Deck set unique. 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