1989 Score Kirby Puckett #450
Kirby Puckett · Score · Base
Player
Kirby Puckett
Set
1989 Score Baseball
Year
1989
Card #
450
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Corners appear relatively sharp with minor wear under close inspection, centering is slightly heavy to the right/top border typical of 1989 Score, edges are clean with minimal chipping, and surface gloss appears intact.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Score
Demand Level
Moderate. Stable demand from Hall of Fame player collectors and 1980s set builders, though mass production keeps market prices modest.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $5.00 - $8.00, PSA 8: $10.00 - $15.00, PSA 9: $25.00 - $40.00
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.50 to $1.50 on eBay and COMC. PSA 8 examples regularly trade in the $10-$15 range, while PSA 9 copies have sold between $25 and $40 depending on the buyer market.
Description
Up for consideration is a 1989 Score Kirby Puckett base card, card number 450. The card features a vibrant action shot of the Hall of Fame center fielder batting in his Minnesota Twins pinstripe uniform. It is framed by a distinctive green border and white framing, with the Score logo in the top right corner and Puckett's name and position displayed on a blue ribbon graphic at the bottom. A classic late-1980s addition for any Minnesota Twins or Hall of Fame PC.
Key Features
Features Hall of Famer and fan favorite Kirby Puckett during his prime years with the Minnesota Twins. Part of the iconic 1989 Score flagship set, known for its clean border design and photography.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock, font thickness, and back printing match original 1989 Score production standards. Not a heavily counterfeited card due to high print runs.
Flaws to Note
Typical 1989 Score centering issues with slightly heavier borders on top and right sides. Minor corner softening consistent with storage in binder pages.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (best for lots or individual listings if combined with shipping), or local card shops.
Selling Tips
Due to the low raw value, this card is best sold as part of a player lot, team set, or 1989 Score set completion lot rather than individually, unless grading yields a PSA 9 or higher.