1992 Upper Deck Mike Kelly RC #4
Mike Kelly · Upper Deck · Rookie Card (RC), Base
Player
Mike Kelly
Set
1992 Upper Deck Base Set
Year
1992
Card #
#4
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). Visible centering issues (leans heavy to the right/bottom) and slight white chipping on the bottom right corner.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Base
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low. Mike Kelly did not reach Hall of Fame status, making this a 'common' card from the Junk Wax era with very high supply.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5.00 - $10.00, PSA 9: $15.00 - $25.00, PSA 10: $50.00 - $75.00 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies are consistently under $1.00, often sold in lots of 10-50 cards for $5.00-$10.00. PSA 10 copies occasionally sell for $40+, but grades below PSA 10 rarely sell for more than the cost of shipping.
Description
Featured in the 1992 Upper Deck set, this Mike Kelly rookie card showcases the Atlanta Braves prospect in a batting stance against a clear blue sky. The card features the classic 1992 Upper Deck design with a vertical white border on the right side containing the player name and the 1991 Top Prospect logo at the top.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card designation for the former 1st round pick (2nd overall). Iconic high-quality photography typical of early Upper Deck releases.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'Diamond Star' hologram on the reverse (though not pictured, standard for 1992 UD), crisp typography, and specific paper stock are consistent with 1990s Upper Deck mass production. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
The card is significantly off-center, favoring the right and bottom borders. There is visible whitening/wear on the lower-right corner. Light surface scratches may be present given the lack of a protective sleeve in the image.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team lot or set), COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-term storage and automated sales, or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fee (approx. $20) is much higher than the card's potential value. Best sold as part of an 'Atlanta Braves 90s Lot' or to a collector completing the 1992 Upper Deck set. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent further edge damage.