1992 Upper Deck Rafael Palmeiro #245
Rafael Palmeiro · Upper Deck · Base
Player
Rafael Palmeiro
Set
1992 Upper Deck Baseball
Year
1992
Card #
#245
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). The card has slightly soft corners, particularly the top right, and the centering appears shifted slightly to the right (approx 60/40). Surface shows typical flat finish of early 90s Upper Deck stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Palmeiro is a controversial figure due to PED associations, which has suppressed his market value compared to other 500 HR club members. Primarily sought by Rangers team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $75-100. Note: Grading costs currently exceed the value of the card at most grades.
Comparable Sales
Recent individual raw sales on eBay range from $0.50 to $1.50 including shipping. PSA 10 examples have historically sold in the $80 range, but PSA 9s often struggle to break $20, which is less than the cost of the grading fee.
Description
This 1992 Upper Deck Rafael Palmeiro card features the Texas Rangers first baseman in his home white uniform, watching a fly ball or home run. The card utilizes the classic 1992 Upper Deck design with a white border, the iconic diamond-shaped logo in the top left, and the 'Rangers' script logo in the bottom right corner. The photography is sharp and clear, typical of Upper Deck's high-end production for the era.
Key Features
Features a member of the 3,000-hit and 500-home run clubs; Iconic early 90s Upper Deck photography and design; Features Palmeiro during his prime years with the Texas Rangers.
Authenticity Indicators
High Confidence. The card features the distinct 1992 Upper Deck anti-counterfeit hologram on the reverse (not pictured, but standard for set); correct paper stock thickness and matte finish; authentic 1992 logo typeface.
Flaws to Note
Visible corner wear on the top right; Centering is slightly heavy toward the right border; Common white border chipping risks; Low financial upside due to mass production during the 'Junk Wax' era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk lot on eBay, or in a 'Quarter Box' at a local card show. Shipping as a single via eBay Standard Envelope is the only cost-effective way to sell individually.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a flawless PSA 10 candidate for a personal collection. For selling, list it as part of a Texas Rangers team lot or a Rafael Palmeiro career lot to increase buyer interest and justify shipping costs.