2021-22 Upper Deck Skybox Metal Universe Stars Connor McDavid #S-1
Connor McDavid · Upper Deck · Insert / Metal Base
Player
Connor McDavid
Set
2021-22 Upper Deck Skybox Metal Universe
Year
2021
Card #
#S-1
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) or PSA 7 (Near Mint)
Category
Insert / Metal Base
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Moderate-to-Strong. McDavid remains the most collected active player in hockey. While this is a common insert, the Metal Universe brand has a dedicated following.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20.00-30.00, PSA 9: $45.00-60.00, PSA 10: $120.00-150.00
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card range from $6.00 to $14.00 depending on condition. PSA 10 copies have sold between $130 and $160, but this specific card's condition precludes that valuation.
Description
This 2021-22 Skybox Metal Universe Connor McDavid 'Stars' insert features the Edmonton Oilers captain in his black alternate jersey. The card utilizes the iconic 1990s-inspired etched foil 'Metal' technology with a space-themed background and a mechanical, planetary-gear border design. The front includes the 'Metal Universe' logo and 'STARS' watermark text.
Key Features
Features Connor McDavid, arguably the best active player in the NHL. Part of the highly popular retro-styled Metal Universe insert set. High aesthetic appeal due to the etched foil finish.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The specific etched foil texture, font weight for 'Connor McDavid', and the complex light-refracting 'Metal' surface are consistent with Upper Deck production. This is not a frequently faked base insert.
Flaws to Note
Significant visible chipping on the left and right edges. Noticeable white corner wear on the bottom right and top left. Minor surface scuffing on the dark foil areas as seen in the bottom left corner. Centering appears slightly heavy toward the bottom. These flaws significantly limit the grade to the EX-MT range.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to high volume for NHL inserts. COMC is a secondary option for low-cost listing of raw inserts.
Selling Tips
Due to the visible edge wear and chipping, grading is not recommended as the cost of grading exceeds the likely market value of a PSA 6 or 7. Sell this as a 'raw' card. Use high-resolution photos to show the foil quality and clearly state the edge wear to avoid returns. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader via eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.