1990 Topps Kmart 25th Anniversary Mark McGwire #36
Mark McGwire · Topps · Insert / Box Set
Player
Mark McGwire
Set
1990 Topps Kmart 25th Anniversary Superstars
Year
1990
Card #
#36
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly shifted left to right (~45/55), corners look relatively sharp, edges show minimal wear, and surface appears clean with a bold red background.
Category
Insert / Box Set
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate — Nostalgic collectible for Mark McGwire player collectors, A's fans, or junk wax era set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5 - $10, PSA 9: $12 - $20, PSA 10: $45 - $75
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for under $2. PSA 9 copies average around $15, while Gem Mint PSA 10s fetch $50-$70 due to high grading fees relative to card population.
Description
1990 Topps Kmart 25th Anniversary Superstars Mark McGwire card #36 featuring the slugger in his iconic Oakland Athletics road jersey, complete with swing follow-through against a vibrant red 'SUPERSTAR' background and yellow/green stats box at the bottom.
Key Features
Features 1980s/90s slugging legend Mark McGwire; part of the popular retail Kmart 25th Anniversary box set distributed exclusively at Kmart stores in 1990.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine vintage stock with authentic 1990 Topps copyright text at the bottom right. Low market value makes counterfeiting highly unlikely. Authenticity Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right off-centering, minor edge softness along the left border, and potential light surface scuffs typical of full-bleed red borders from this era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or low-cost BIN), COMC (Check Out My Cards) for slow steady sale, or local card show bargain bins.
Selling Tips
Due to low raw value, list as part of a Mark McGwire lot, a 1990 Kmart set completion lot, or use Plain White Envelope (PWE) shipping to keep buyer costs down.