1992 Megacards Babe Ruth Career Highlights #29
Babe Ruth · Megacards · Base / Insert / Commemorative
Player
Babe Ruth
Set
1992 Megacards Babe Ruth Career Highlights
Year
1992
Card #
#29
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly heavy to the right; corners and edges look relatively sharp, but surface glossy black borders are prone to micro-scratching.
Category
Base / Insert / Commemorative
Manufacturer
Megacards
Demand Level
Low to Moderate - This is a 'niche' item for Ruth completists or Red Sox team collectors. High supply from the era keeps market competitive and prices low.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $30-45, PSA 10: $75-125 (Note: Cost of grading likely exceeds value for lower grades)
Comparable Sales
Recent individual sales of raw cards from this set typically settle between $0.99 and $2.50 plus shipping. Complete 1992 Megacards Ruth sets often sell for $15-$25.
Description
This 1992 Megacards Babe Ruth Career Highlights card features a crisp black-and-white image of 'The Bambino' in his Boston Red Sox uniform. The card commemorates his 1919 record-setting season where he hit 29 home runs. It features a sleek black border with white text accents and a glossy finish.
Key Features
Features the legendary Babe Ruth during his early years with the Boston Red Sox. This set is a popular retrospective for Ruth collectors due to its comprehensive coverage of his career milestones.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is a common mass-produced card from the 'junk wax' era (early 1990s) and is not frequently counterfeited. Printing depth and card stock match known Megacards releases.
Flaws to Note
Visible centering shift towards the right border. Minor white chipping potentially visible on the bottom right corner of the black border. Surface scuffs on high-gloss black cards are common and often invisible in photos but impact grading.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or low-cost 'buy it now'), COMC, or local card shop dollar bins. Best value is often found selling the complete set rather than individual singles.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a PSA 10, as grading fees would exceed the value. Use 'Babe Ruth Red Sox' in the title to attract team-specific collectors. Ship in a cardboard-reinforced envelope to prevent corner dings.