1990 Topps Ken Griffey Jr. All-Star Rookie Cup #336
Ken Griffey Jr. · Topps · Base, All-Star Rookie Cup
Player
Ken Griffey Jr.
Set
1990 Topps Base
Year
1990
Card #
#336
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is significantly off-top to bottom (approx 90/10) and left to right. Visible corner softening on bottom right and edge wear/chipping on bottom edge.
Category
Base, All-Star Rookie Cup
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - While Griffey is highly collectible, this specific card was mass-produced in the millions; demand is high only for Gem Mint (PSA 10) copies.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5-10, PSA 6: $12-18, PSA 4: $3-5. Note: Grading cost exceeds current market value for this specific copy.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for similar off-center copies range from $0.50 to $2.00 plus shipping. PSA 9 copies sell for $40-60, but this copy does not meet those condition standards.
Description
Featured is the iconic 1990 Topps Ken Griffey Jr. #336 card, celebrating his status as a Topps All-Star Rookie. The card features a young 'The Kid' in his Seattle Mariners uniform with the gold rookie cup trophy prominently displayed in the bottom left. The design captures the vibrant early 90s aesthetic with blue and orange accents.
Key Features
Features the 'Topps All-Star Rookie' gold cup logo; Hall of Fame player; Second-year Topps card for Ken Griffey Jr.; Iconic 'Junk Wax' era staple.
Authenticity Indicators
Typical coarse 1990 Topps card stock; correct color saturation; high confidence original. This specific card is rarely counterfeited due to high print volume.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues, notably bottom-heavy and shifted left. Visible white chipping along the bottom edge and bottom right corner. Minor surface dimples visible under direct light.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or Mercari, or as a filler for a local card shop's budget bin. Not recommended for major auction houses due to condition.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the centering and edge wear will prevent a high grade and the grading fee will be higher than the card's value. List as '1990 Topps Griffey Rookie Cup' to attract player collectors. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader even for low-value cards to maintain current state.