1996 Upper Deck Star Rookies Mike Cameron #SP25
Mike Cameron · Upper Deck · Rookie Card / Insert
Player
Mike Cameron
Set
1996 Upper Deck Star Rookies
Year
1996
Card #
SP25
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Corners appear sharp, but minor edge chipping typical of Upper Deck's purple borders and slight centering bias are suspected.
Category
Rookie Card / Insert
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Demand is primarily driven by team collectors (Chicago White Sox, Seattle Mariners) and 90s insert set builders rather than broad investor interest.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10 - $15, PSA 9: $20 - $30, PSA 10: $50 - $100
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this specific card typically range between $1.00 and $3.00 depending on platform and overall condition, remaining stable over time.
Description
This is a 1996 Upper Deck Star Rookies insert card featuring outfielder Mike Cameron of the Chicago White Sox. The card features a distinct deep purple border with metallic silver foil lettering and accents, highlighting the 'Star Rookies' header and player name. The image shows Cameron in his White Sox uniform holding a bat, alongside a 'Major League Debut 8-27-95' special stamp graphic in the bottom left corner.
Key Features
Features Mike Cameron's prominent rookie-era insert card from Upper Deck, complete with the stylish purple background and foil stamping. A great nostalgic piece for 90s baseball card collectors and White Sox fans.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card stock, font style, foil stamping reflection, and distinct 1996 Upper Deck design elements match authentic production. This card is not heavily targeted by counterfeiters due to modest market value.
Flaws to Note
The dark purple borders on Upper Deck cards from this era are notorious for showing edge wear, chipping, and corner softening even straight from the pack. While it rests securely in a binder page, removing it for a closer inspection is required to check for micro-scratches on the glossy surface.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, COMC, or dedicated Facebook sports card buy/sell/trade groups.
Selling Tips
Due to low individual raw value, it is not financially viable to have this card professionally graded (grading costs would exceed the card's value). Best sold raw as part of a team lot, individual low-cost listing, or via COMC for set builders.