1998 Pinnacle Performers Mike Piazza Far & Away #164
Mike Piazza · Pinnacle · Insert
Player
Mike Piazza
Set
Pinnacle Performers - Far & Away Insert
Year
1998
Card #
164
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) based on visible centering and standard corner preservation inside the sleeve.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Pinnacle
Demand Level
Moderate, driven by Mike Piazza Hall of Fame collector base and 90s insert nostalgia.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $50-75
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 1990s Mike Piazza insert cards typically range between $2.00 and $6.00 depending on platform fees and exact condition.
Description
1998 Pinnacle Performers Mike Piazza Far & Away insert card featuring the Hall of Fame catcher in his Dodgers uniform, highlighting his May 22, 1998 trade to the Mets with unique vertical text layout.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, commemorative trade insert subset, distinctive 90s Pinnacle chromium/embossed acetate design aesthetics.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct font styling, accurate printing dot patterns, and proper thickness typical of 1998 Pinnacle inserts.
Flaws to Note
Minor edge wear consistent with age, potential slight surface scratching on the gloss.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or COMC
Selling Tips
Sell raw unless submitting as part of a bulk grading submission. Ship securely in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a team bag using a rigid mailer.