1991-92 Score Ray Bourque The Dream Team #490
Ray Bourque · Score · Insert / Subset
Player
Ray Bourque
Set
1991-92 Score Hockey Series 2
Year
1991
Card #
#490
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) due to visible centering issues (heavy to the top/left) and likely edge wear on the dark borders.
Category
Insert / Subset
Manufacturer
Score
Demand Level
Low. While Ray Bourque is a legend, this card was mass-produced in the millions. It mainly appeals to team collectors or those completing the specific subset.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $35-50, PSA 10: $150-200. Note: Grading costs likely exceed the value of this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.50 to $1.50 in lots. PSA 10 copies have historically reached $100+ but are rare to find due to border sensitivity. Most recent solo raw sales on eBay ended at $0.99 plus shipping.
Description
This 1991-92 Score Ray Bourque card is part of the iconic 'Dream Team' subset. The design features a high-contrast aesthetic with a full-color action shot of Bourque in his Boston Bruins home jersey situated alongside a stylized, blue-tinted portrait overlay. The 'Score' logo is prominently displayed in the upper left corner. This card is a staple of the 'Junk Wax' era of hockey collecting.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame defenseman Ray Bourque; Popular early 90s 'Dream Team' subset design; Iconic Boston Bruins imagery.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to its high production volume. Genuine indicators include the specific card stock thickness and the dot-matrix pattern visible under magnification in the blue photo area.
Flaws to Note
Centering is noticeably shifted towards the top and left borders. Dark-colored edges on Score cards from this era are highly susceptible to chipping and white showing through. Potential surface scratches on the high-gloss finish.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in bulk lots on eBay, listed on COMC for long-term storage/sale, or traded at local card shows. Individual sales are difficult due to shipping costs outweighing card value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is absolutely flawless (potential PSA 10). For raw sales, use 'eBay Standard Envelope' to keep shipping costs under $1.00. Keywords: 'Ray Bourque', 'Bruins', 'Dream Team', '1991 Score'.
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