1994 Upper Deck The American Epic Red Sox Leaders Wade Boggs #14
Wade Boggs · Upper Deck · Insert/Promotional
Player
Wade Boggs
Set
1994 Upper Deck The American Epic (Ken Burns/The Baseball Exhibition)
Year
1994
Card #
#14
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Likely lower due to visible surface wear and corner rounding
Category
Insert/Promotional
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low/Niche. While Boggs is a legend, this specific 1990s insert is common and currently has a small market of player-dedicated or set-completionist collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $20-30, PSA 9: $50-70
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies of this specific card typically sell for $1.00-$3.00 including shipping on eBay. Graded copies are rarely seen due to the low base value of the card.
Description
This 1994 Upper Deck card features Hall of Famer Wade Boggs in a vintage-inspired aesthetic. Part of 'The American Epic' series released in conjunction with the Ken Burns Baseball documentary, the card features a high-action shot of Boggs running the bases in his Boston Red Sox road uniform. The design uses a distinctive matte finish and classic red typography for 'RED SOX LEADERS' at the bottom.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player (Wade Boggs); unique matte finish; part of a specialized series celebrating baseball history and the Ken Burns documentary.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. The card displays the correct period-specific halftone printing pattern and the unique textured matte cardstock used for the American Epic set. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant bottom-left corner rounding; softening of all edges; minor surface debris/staining on the white borders; off-center top-to-bottom white borders.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a low-cost 'Buy It Now') or COMC. Best suited for a Red Sox team lot or a Hall of Fame player lot.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will exceed the market value. Clean the surface carefully with a dry microfiber cloth before photographing. List with keywords 'Hall of Fame' and 'Ken Burns' to attract specific collectors.