1992 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. Diamond Skills #66
Ken Griffey Jr. · Upper Deck · Base Card / Special Subset
Player
Ken Griffey Jr.
Set
1992 Upper Deck Base Set (Diamond Skills Subset)
Year
1992
Card #
#66
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). The centering appears slightly heavy toward the left and bottom. Corners look sharp through the top loader, and edges appear clean, but the surface shows a possible print line or scratch located mid-right on the black fence backgrounds.
Category
Base Card / Special Subset
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Moderate. While Griffey is one of the most collected players in history, this is a high-production base set card. Demand is highest for PSA 10 specimens or high-grade registry sets. It is a 'bulk' favorite for nostalgic collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15 - $25, PSA 9: $35 - $50, PSA 10: $250 - $400
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for under $5. PSA 9 copies have recently averaged $40, while PSA 10 copies have a wide range from $250 to $450 depending on the auction house and timing.
Description
Featured here is a 1992 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. #66 card from the 'Diamond Skills' subset, subtitled 'Most Exciting Player'. The card captures a classic image of 'The Kid' tracking down a fly ball in his Seattle Mariners road gray uniform. The design features a white border with a purple header and the iconic 1992 Upper Deck foil logo in the top left corner. This card is a staple of early 90s collecting, showcasing many of Griffey's legendary outfield defense.
Key Features
Features a Hall of Fame icon, Ken Griffey Jr., at the peak of his popularity. Part of the visually distinct 'Diamond Skills' subset that celebrated the best athletic talents in MLB during the early 90s.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The 1992 Upper Deck foil logo in the top left corner should have a distinct metallic sheen. The card stock is a premium clay-coated white cardstock characteristic of Upper Deck's early 90s production. This card is rarely counterfeited due to its high population and modest value.
Flaws to Note
Centering is approximately 60/40 left-to-right. There is a visible vertical marking or scratch on the right side of the image near the outfield wall that may be on the card surface or the top loader itself; if on the card, it would significantly lower the grade. Bottom right corner appears to have a slight touch of white.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as part of a lot or as an individual listing if graded. For a raw copy, a local card shop's bulk bin or a Facebook Mariners fan group are the most likely venues for a quick sale.
Selling Tips
It is not recommended to grade this specific card unless you are certain it could achieve a PSA 10, as the cost of grading ($19-$25+) exceeds the value of a PSA 8 or 9. If selling raw, use keywords like 'Hof', 'Mariners', and 'The Kid'. Ensure you photograph outside of the top loader to prove the surface scratch is not on the card.