1990 Topps Ken Griffey Jr. #336
Ken Griffey Jr. · Topps · Base / All-Star Rookie
Player
Ken Griffey Jr.
Set
1990 Topps Base
Year
1990
Card #
336
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) - Centering appears slightly shifted towards the bottom; top holder shows yellowing which may suggest long-term storage in non-archival plastic.
Category
Base / All-Star Rookie
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Griffey is a 'top-tier' PC (personal collection) athlete, but supply of this specific card is very high.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15 - $25, PSA 9: $45 - $60, PSA 10: $350 - $450
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for under $5 on eBay. Recent PSA 9 sales average $55, while PSA 10s have seen a decline from pandemic peaks but remain steady in the $400 range.
Description
This 1990 Topps Ken Griffey Jr. card features the legendary Mariners outfielder in his iconic batting stance. The card includes the prestigious Topps 'All-Star Rookie' gold cup logo in the upper left corner, celebrating his breakout 1989 season. The design features a colorful border typical of the early 90s 'junk wax' era.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, iconic 'All-Star Rookie' Cup logo, early career card from a legendary era of baseball.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card was mass-produced in the millions; counterfeits are extremely rare as the cost to produce a fake exceeds the raw market value.
Flaws to Note
The vintage top-loader is heavily yellowed, which can sometimes stain the card edges over decades. The centering appears slightly off-balance towards the bottom edge. High production volume of this set makes condition critical for value.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a low-cost auction or part of a lot), COMC, or local card shop 'dollar bins'. Not recommended for high-end auction houses unless graded PSA 10.
Selling Tips
Remove from the yellowed plastic holder and place in a fresh penny sleeve and clean top-loader before photographing. Grading is only financially viable if the card is flawlessly centered and surface-perfect (aiming for a PSA 10).