1992 Upper Deck Dave Nilsson Top Prospect #13
Dave Nilsson · Upper Deck · Rookie Card (RC) / Prospect Insert
Player
Dave Nilsson
Set
1992 Upper Deck Series 1
Year
1992
Card #
#13
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). The card shows top-heavy centering and slight wear on the upper right corner where the thumb is positioned. The edges appear relatively clean, but the surface likely has common white-dot print defects typical of 1992 Upper Deck stock.
Category
Rookie Card (RC) / Prospect Insert
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Most interest comes from Milwaukee Brewers team collectors or Australian baseball history enthusiasts. The high print volume of 1992 Upper Deck keeps market demand low.
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 exceed current market value for this specific player).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.50-$1.00 as individual sales on eBay. Several PSA 10 examples have sold in the $80 range to registry collectors, but lower grades rarely trade due to the lack of profit margin.
Description
A classic 1992 Upper Deck rookie card featuring Milwaukee Brewers prospect Dave Nilsson in his home pinstripe uniform. The card features the iconic 'Top Prospect 92' logo in the bottom right corner and the '92 Upper Deck' logo in the top left. The reverse side typically features a smaller photo and career statistics.
Key Features
Early Rookie Card of the Australian standout and 1999 All-Star; part of the popular 'Top Prospect' subset which was a staple of early 90s Upper Deck collecting.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence (100%). Authentic Upper Deck card stock with appropriate gloss and font. As a common card from the 'Junk Wax' era, there is no history of counterfeiting for this specific issue.
Flaws to Note
Centering is shifted towards the top border. There is visible softening on the top right corner. The white borders on 1992 Upper Deck are prone to minor chipping and surface 'snowing' (tiny white print specks in dark areas).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in a 'dollar bin' at a local card show, as part of a Milwaukee Brewers team lot on eBay, or through a high-volume platform like COMC (Check Out My Cards).
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees ($20+) significantly outweigh the card's market value. If selling on eBay, include it in a 1990s rookie lot or a Brewers team set to help cover shipping costs. Use a standard Plain White Envelope (PWE) with a top loader for shipping to keep costs down.