1994 Upper Deck All-Time Heroes Ted Williams Autograph #AU1
Ted Williams · Upper Deck · Autograph
Player
Ted Williams
Set
1994 Upper Deck All-Time Heroes
Year
1994
Card #
#AU1
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) / Auto 9-10 (Likely condition based on visible edges and vibrant blue ink)
Category
Autograph
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Strong. Ted Williams is an inner-circle Hall of Famer, and his autographs remain a blue-chip investment in the sports card market regardless of seasonal trends.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$400 - $600 (Ungraded values vary significantly for premium autographs)
Graded Value
PSA 8: $750 - $950, PSA 9: $1,200 - $1,500, PSA 10: $3,500+
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of similar 1990s Upper Deck Ted Williams autographs range from $800 to $1,400 for slabbed copies depending on the specific subset and grade. Raw copies with clear, non-faded ink generally sell between $450 and $550.
Description
This is a premium 1994 Upper Deck All-Time Heroes Ted Williams hand-signed card. The card features a classic colorized photograph of Williams in his Red Sox uniform, mid-swing. The signature is rendered in bold blue ink across the center of the image. The card design is borderless, highlighting the full-bleed photography that Upper Deck became famous for in the early 90s.
Key Features
Features an on-card autograph from 'The Splendid Splinter,' Ted Williams. This specific set was one of the earliest high-end retired legend tribute products, and Williams' signature is one of the most prestigious in the hobby.
Authenticity Indicators
The signature matches the known authentic examples of Williams' later-life hand, characterized by the specific loops in the 'L's and the tail of the 's'. Upper Deck was a pioneer in authenticated signatures; the back should contain a Diamond Certificate or hologram. Confidence: High (pending verification of the reverse side).
Flaws to Note
Slight white chipping visible on the upper left corner and minor edge wear on the right side. Borderless cards from this era are prone to chipping. The plastic holder may be obscuring minor surface scratches.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Heritage Auctions or Goldin Auctions for maximum reach to high-end collectors. Alternatively, a highly-rated eBay specialty store with a fixed-price 'Buy It Now' and 'Best Offer' enabled.
Selling Tips
It is highly recommended to have this card authenticated and slabbed by PSA or DNA/JSA. An authenticated Ted Williams autograph carries a significant premium over raw versions. Ensure clear, high-resolution scans or photos out of the top-loader (but inside a penny sleeve) to show the true condition of the corners.