1993 Jimmy Dean Signature Edition Cal Ripken Jr. #NNO
Cal Ripken Jr. · Jimmy Dean (produced for promotional distribution) · Food Issue / Oddball / Insert
Player
Cal Ripken Jr.
Set
1993 Jimmy Dean Signature Edition
Year
1993
Card #
NNO (Unnumbered)
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) / Factory Sealed. The card appears well-centered with sharp corners preserved by the original cellophane. Note: These cards often have surface indentations or light scratching from the plastic wrapper seal against the card face.
Category
Food Issue / Oddball / Insert
Manufacturer
Jimmy Dean (produced for promotional distribution)
Demand Level
Moderate. High demand among Cal Ripken Jr. player collectors and food-issue enthusiasts, but low demand for general investment-grade speculators.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20.00-30.00, PSA 9: $45.00-60.00, PSA 10: $250.00-350.00
Comparable Sales
Raw sealed copies typically sell for $5-10. Recent PSA 10 gem mint examples have sold for over $200 due to the difficulty of finding high-grade red borders free of surface damage from the packaging.
Description
This 1993 Jimmy Dean Signature Edition features Baltimore Orioles Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr. The card is presented in its original factory-sealed cellophane wrapper as it was distributed with Jimmy Dean food products. It features a bright red border with yellow accenting, a detailed portrait of Ripken in his batting helmet and Franklin gloves, and the iconic Jimmy Dean logo in the upper left corner.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, Cal Ripken Jr., iconic food-related promotion, high condition potential due to original factory seal, classic early 90s aesthetic.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. These cards were mass-produced for food packaging and are rarely counterfeited. The glossy finish, specific yellow 'Signature Edition' font, and the nature of the crimp-sealed industrial packaging are consistent with 1993 production.
Flaws to Note
Potential for surface indentations or light scuffs caused by the pressure of the heat-sealed cellophane. Minor centering shifts are common in this set. The red borders are prone to showing white chipping if the card moves too much inside the wrapper.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card, specifically targeting 'Player Collectors' or those seeking 'Factory Sealed' oddball items. Facebook Orioles fan groups are also a strong secondary option.
Selling Tips
Always list as 'Factory Sealed' to command a 20-30% premium over loose cards. Do not open the wrapper, as the card's value is largely tied to its original state. Use 'Ripken Oddball' in your search keywords to attract specialized collectors.