1990-91 Hoops Magic Johnson All-Star #357
Magic Johnson · NBA Hoops (SkyBox International) · Base / All-Star Subset
Player
Magic Johnson
Set
1990-91 Hoops NBA Series 2
Year
1990
Card #
#357
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering appears shifted left-to-right (approx 65/35). Visible edge wear on the right side and minor corner rounding on the bottom right.
Category
Base / All-Star Subset
Manufacturer
NBA Hoops (SkyBox International)
Demand Level
Moderate-Low. This was a 'junk wax' era card with extremely high production numbers. While Magic Johnson is always popular, there is a massive supply of this exact card on the market.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $35-50, PSA 10: $250-300
Comparable Sales
Raw copies frequently sell in lots for pennies per card. Graded PSA 10 copies have recently sold between $225 and $310. PSA 9 copies struggle to break $40. High-volume eBay sellers move these for $1.50 with free shipping.
Description
This 1990-91 Hoops Magic Johnson card features the legendary Lakers point guard in his 1990 Western Conference All-Star uniform. The card includes the 1991 Charlotte All-Star Weekend logo in the bottom left corner and the NBA Hoops logo centered at the bottom. The classic red border design with white stars in the corners highlights a vibrant action shot of Magic attempting a layup.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, iconic early 90s design, high-quality photography from the 1990 All-Star Game. While not a rookie, it remains a nostalgic staple for Lakers and Magic Johnson collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. This card is mass-produced and not frequently faked. Visual indicators include the correct dot-matrix print pattern in the red borders and the properly centered 'NBA Hoops' text logo.
Flaws to Note
Significant left-to-right centering bias. Noticeable white 'chipping' on the right-hand edge against the red border. Bottom right corner shows slight dullness/rounding. Surface may have typical 90s wax-set print lines upon closer inspection.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay (as part of a lot), COMC for individual sale, or local card shop bulk bins. Selling as a 'single' is difficult due to shipping costs exceeding the card's value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a PSA 10 candidate, as grading fees will far exceed the value of a PSA 9 or lower. Use protective penny sleeves and top loaders. Use 'eBay Standard Envelope' for cheap, tracked shipping.