1992 Upper Deck Joe Oliver #126
Joe Oliver · Upper Deck · Base
Player
Joe Oliver
Set
1992 Upper Deck Baseball
Year
1992
Card #
126
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) Estimated. The card shows decent centering, though slightly heavy toward the bottom-right. Corners appear relatively sharp, but typical white-stock wear is visible on edges.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low. This is considered a common card from the 'junk wax' era with massive production numbers. Demand is limited to team set collectors or Reds player enthusiasts.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60. Note: Grading fees significantly exceed the market value for this card.
Comparable Sales
Raw singles consistently sell for under $1.00 or are found in 5-cent to 25-cent 'common' bins at local card shops. PSA 10 examples are rare because few people grade them, but they occasionally sell to registry collectors for $30-50.
Description
Features Cincinnati Reds catcher Joe Oliver in a dynamic play at the plate against an Atlanta Braves baserunner. The card utilizes the classic 1992 Upper Deck white-border design with high-quality action photography. The 'Cincinnati' team name is displayed in a stylized banner at the bottom right.
Key Features
Action photography characteristic of early 1990s Upper Deck; prominent 1990 World Series hero for the Cincinnati Reds.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The '92 Upper Deck logo features the correct holographic detailing on the reverse (not seen, but assumed). The card stock thickness and semi-gloss finish are consistent with authentic 1992 production. Not a commonly counterfeited card due to high print volume.
Flaws to Note
Slight top-to-bottom centering bias. Evidence of micro-chipping on the white paper stock edges which is common for this set. Minor surface scuffing possible consistent with 'junk wax' era storage.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a team set or bulk lot on eBay. Not worth selling individually on high-end platforms like MySlabs or through major auction houses.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($15+) is much higher than the card's value. List as part of a 1992 Upper Deck Cincinnati Reds team set to maximize chances of a sale. Use 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping to keep costs low for the buyer.