1990 Topps Ken Griffey Jr. #336 All-Star Rookie Cup
Ken Griffey Jr. · Topps · Base / All-Star Rookie Cup
Player
Ken Griffey Jr.
Set
1990 Topps Base Set
Year
1990
Card #
336
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) or PSA 7 (Near Mint). Visible centering issues (bottom-heavy), soft corners, and surface dimples/indentations visible on the right side.
Category
Base / All-Star Rookie Cup
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. While Griffey is a Top-5 most collected player, this card was produced in the 'Junk Wax' era with millions of copies in existence. It is sought after primarily in PSA 10 condition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $20-30, PSA 9: $75-100, PSA 10: $450-600
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1-$3 on eBay. PSA 10 copies have recently sold for $500+, but PSA 7/8 copies often sell for less than the cost of the grading service itself. Market trend is stable.
Description
Featured is the iconic 1990 Topps Ken Griffey Jr. card. This 2nd-year card shows ‘The Kid’ in a batting pose wearing his Seattle Mariners road jersey. The design includes the classic multi-color 1990 Topps border with the famous 'Topps All-Star Rookie' gold trophy in the bottom left corner, commemorating his inclusion in the 1989 Topps All-Star Rookie Team.
Key Features
Features the highly collectible 'Topps All-Star Rookie' gold cup logo. This is Griffey's first base Topps card to feature this trophy. It is a cornerstone card for any Ken Griffey Jr. collector or Hall of Fame enthusiast.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card displays correct period-accurate print patterns (CMYK dots), matte cardstock, and consistent Topps logo typography. This card is rarely counterfeited due to high production volume, though 'Tiffany' versions are sometimes faked (this is a standard base version).
Flaws to Note
The card is significantly off-center toward the bottom border. The bottom right and top right corners show visible white wear (soft corners). There is a notable surface indentation or 'dimple' on the right side of the card over the yellow border area that significantly impacts grade.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or individually), COMC for effortless selling of lower-value cards, or local card shows in 'dollar bins'.
Selling Tips
Due to the visible flaws and off-centering, grading is not recommended as the cost of grading ($19-25) exceeds the raw value. List this as a high-quality 'raw' filler card. Use keywords like 'Rookie Cup', 'Vintage', and 'Mariners' to attract buyers. Ship in an envelope with a Forever Stamp to keep costs low for the buyer.