1992 Upper Deck Dave Magadan #36
Dave Magadan · Upper Deck · Base
Player
Dave Magadan
Set
1992 Upper Deck Base
Year
1992
Card #
#36
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40); top corners show minor softness; surface appears clean but with typical 90s gloss aging.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low/Niche. This is a common card from the 'Junk Wax' era with extremely high production numbers. Primarily sought by team set collectors or 90s nostalgia enthusiasts.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $12-18, PSA 10: $30-45 (Note: Grading costs exceed card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales show individual raw copies selling for $0.99 with free shipping (largely for the postage cost). Bulk lots of 1992 Upper Deck frequently sell for $0.01-$0.05 per card.
Description
This 1992 Upper Deck Dave Magadan card features a high-quality action sequence photo typical of early 90s UD. Magadan is shown in his New York Mets road jersey completing a play at first base. The card features the iconic green diamond 1992 Upper Deck logo and a crisp white border with 'Mets' script at the bottom right.
Key Features
Features a high-action photography style; classic early 90s Upper Deck design; popular for Dave Magadan player collectors or '86 Mets era enthusiasts.
Authenticity Indicators
Highest confidence. Features the authentic Upper Deck hologram on the reverse (visible when flipped); correct card stock thickness and matte/gloss finish typical of 1992 production.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-to-left centering bias; minor white chipping on the top left corner; edges show standard factory rough-cut common to 1992 UD stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for COMC (Check Out My Cards) or as part of a bulk Mets team set on eBay. It is not cost-effective to sell as a single item due to shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee is significantly higher than the potential market value. Include it in a '1992 Upper Deck Lot' or a 'New York Mets Team Lot' to maximize the chance of a sale.