2005-06 Upper Deck Alexander Ovechkin Young Guns Retro #YGR-13
Alexander Ovechkin · Upper Deck · Rookie Insert / Retro Insert
Player
Alexander Ovechkin
Set
2005-06 Upper Deck Series 1 (Young Guns Retro)
Year
2005
Card #
YGR-13
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) Estimate. Centering looks slightly heavy to the right; corners show minimal whitening; edges appear clean; surface needs inspection for scratches.
Category
Rookie Insert / Retro Insert
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Strong. Ovechkin is chasing the all-time goal record, keeping his rookie year cards in constant high demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$60 - $100
Graded Value
PSA 8: $90-$120, PSA 9: $150-$200, PSA 10: $450-$600
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $65-$85. PSA 9 copies have recently hovered around $175, while PSA 10s command a significant premium over $500 due to the difficulty of finding perfect centering on this specific insert.
Description
Features the legendary Alexander Ovechkin in his rookie year, utilizing the 1990-91 Upper Deck 'Young Guns' retro design. The card depicts Ovechkin in the classic black Capitals screaming eagle jersey with a stylized comic-book style background flare.
Key Features
Rookie year commemorative insert. Part of the iconic 2005-06 rookie class. Features the 1990-91 retro design which is highly nostalgic for hockey collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Upper Deck gloss and holofoil stamping. This specific insert is rarely counterfeited compared to the 'True' Young Guns #443 card.
Flaws to Note
A slight right-to-left centering bias. Sharp edges and corners are critical for this set as the dark borders on the back show chipping easily. Minor white speck on bottom right corner corner tip.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the primary market for this card. COMC is excellent for mid-tier inserts. Large-scale auction houses like Goldin or Heritage should be reserved for PSA 10 examples.
Selling Tips
Do not confuse this with the 'True' Young Guns base card #443, which is worth significantly more. Highlight 'Rookie Year' and 'Retro' in the eBay title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a bubble mailer for protection.
Notes
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