1992 Pinnacle Randy Johnson #270
Randy Johnson · Pinnacle (Score) · Base Card
Player
Randy Johnson
Set
1992 Pinnacle Baseball
Year
1992
Card #
270
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). While the corners appear relatively sharp, the card suffers from significant left-to-right centering issues (heavy on the left). The black borders are notorious for showing white chipping, which is visible on the bottom and side edges. These factors prevent a high grade.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Pinnacle (Score)
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. While Randy Johnson is a highly collected Hall of Famer, this is a high-print-run base card from an overproduced era. It is a 'filler' card for set builders or player collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $150-200. Note: Grading this specific card is generally not cost-effective unless it is a guaranteed Gem Mint 10.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for under $1.00 individually. Recent PSA 10 copies have sold between $125 and $200, while PSA 9 copies regularly sell for under $30. Sales for lower grades like PSA 6 or 7 often fail to cover the original grading cost.
Description
This 1992 Pinnacle card features legendary Hall of Fame left-hander Randy 'The Big Unit' Johnson in his Seattle Mariners uniform. The card boasts the iconic sleek 1990s Pinnacle design with a high-gloss finish and dark black borders that frame a dynamic action shot of Johnson mid-delivery on the mound. The reverse features dual photos (a Pinnacle trademark) and player stats.
Key Features
Hall of Fame pitcher, iconic early 90s photography-focused set design, Seattle Mariners era 'Big Unit' collectible.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. This is a common card from the 'junk wax' era and is rarely counterfeited. The glossy finish, card stock thickness, and high-quality photo printing match 1992 Pinnacle production standards.
Flaws to Note
Obvious left-to-right centering issues (the left border is much thinner than the right). Visible white chipping/wear along the bottom edge and bottom-left corner against the sensitive black border. Minor surface edge wear.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a player lot or set), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or in a 'dollar bin' at a local card show. Shipping as a single item is usually not worth the postage cost unless sold via eBay Standard Envelope.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee will far exceed the card's market value. Best sold as part of a Seattle Mariners team lot or a Randy Johnson career retrospective lot to maximize interest and minimize shipping overhead.