1994 Upper Deck Collector's Choice Brad Ausmus #190
Brad Ausmus · Upper Deck · Base
Player
Brad Ausmus
Set
1994 Upper Deck Collector's Choice
Year
1994
Card #
190
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy to the right, minor edge wear visible on the white border near the top left.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low - This is a common card from the high-production 'junk wax' era. Demand is primarily from Padres team collectors or Ausmus player collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-50
Comparable Sales
Individual raw copies frequently sell for $0.25-$0.99 inclusive of shipping on eBay. Graded Gem Mint (PSA 10) copies are rare due to low grading volume but generally fetch under $40.
Description
This 1994 Collector's Choice card features San Diego Padres catcher Brad Ausmus in a dynamic action shot following a hit. The card utilizes the classic white border with thin pinstripe detailing characteristic of the inaugural Collector's Choice brand. The bottom right features a stylized black-and-white batter icon next to the position designation.
Key Features
Inaugural year of the Upper Deck Collector's Choice brand; Features Brad Ausmus early in his playing career (second year card); Iconic mid-90s 'junk wax' era design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity High; card features standard cardboard stock of the era and correct 1994 Upper Deck logo registration. Not a commonly counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Rightward centering bias (approx 65/35); slight softness on top-left corner; minor edge chipping typical of white border stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best as part of a lot), COMC, or Sportlots. Individually, this card is often found in 'quarter bins' at local card shops.
Selling Tips
Due to high shipping costs relative to value, sell this card in a San Diego Padres team set or as part of a 1994 Collector's Choice complete set. Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal sentimental value, as grading fees far exceed the market value.