1994 Kool-Aid PurpleSaurus Rex "In The Big City" #N/A
PurpleSaurus Rex (Mascot) · Kraft General Foods (Kool-Aid) · Non-Sport / Promotional Insert Card
Player
PurpleSaurus Rex (Mascot)
Set
Kool-Aid Wacky Zany Video (Promotional)
Year
1994
Card #
Not visible (Part of a promotional card set)
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) based on significant corner rounding, edge wear, and top-heavy centering.
Category
Non-Sport / Promotional Insert Card
Manufacturer
Kraft General Foods (Kool-Aid)
Demand Level
Niche; mostly attracts 90s nostalgia collectors or Kool-Aid brand enthusiasts.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $30-40, PSA 10: $75+
Comparable Sales
Full sets of 1994 Kool-Aid cards typically sell for $10-15; individual common cards like this one frequently sell for $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping.
Description
Retro 1990s promotional card featuring the iconic Kool-Aid mascot PurpleSaurus Rex. The card art, titled 'In The Big City,' depicts a towering purple dinosaur with red polka dots amidst a vibrant, cartoonish skyline with yellow school buses and wacky architecture. The border is a bright orange with a blue-and-black stylized frame.
Key Features
Features a classic 90s advertising mascot; nostalgic appeal to collectors of beverage memorabilia or food-brand non-sport cards.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font rendering for 'PurpleSaurus Rex' trademark; period-accurate matte cardstock. Low counterfeit risk as this is a low-value promotional item.
Flaws to Note
Significant white chipping on the top left corner, visible softening on the top right corner, and bottom-edge surface wear. The image is shifted high towards the top border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now') or Mercari. This item is best sold as part of a larger '1990s Lot' to save on shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the market value for this condition. Use keywords like 'Vintage Kool-Aid Mascot', '90s Nostalgia', and 'Purple Saurus Rex'. Ship in a Plain White Envelope (PWE) with a top loader to keep costs low for the buyer.