1997 Pacific Crown Collection Cal Ripken Jr. #26
Cal Ripken Jr. · Pacific · Base
Player
Cal Ripken Jr.
Set
1997 Pacific Crown Collection
Year
1997
Card #
#26
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Pacific
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Cal Ripken Jr. maintains a steady collector base as a Hall of Famer, but 90s base cards from manufacturers like Pacific generally have very high print runs and modest market demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5-$10, PSA 7: $10-$15, PSA 8: $20-$30
Comparable Sales
Raw copies of this specific 1997 Pacific Crown Collection Cal Ripken Jr. card routinely sell on eBay and COMC for $1.00 to $3.00 inclusive of shipping.
Description
This is a 1997 Pacific Crown Collection base card featuring Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr. of the Baltimore Orioles. The card features a distinct die-cut gold foil geometric background with diagonal stripes, a full-body action shot of Ripken batting, and a separate diamond-shaped portrait inset at the lower right. The Pacific Crown Collection logo sits near the top right.
Key Features
Features Hall of Famer and Orioles legend Cal Ripken Jr. Distinctive 90s Pacific foil design with unique die-cut pattern elements and dual photography.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. Pacific foil printing techniques from the mid-to-late 90s are difficult and expensive to replicate accurately. Card stock thickness and back text appear standard for the era.
Flaws to Note
Visible surface scratching on the foil finish, minor corner softening typical of binder storage, and potential edge chipping along the intricate die-cut borders.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (best bundled as part of a lot), or local card shops.
Selling Tips
Due to low raw value, it is not economically viable to grade this card since grading fees would exceed the total value. Best sold raw as part of a Cal Ripken player lot or single listing with clear photos showing condition.