1990 Score Bernie Williams Rookie Card #619
Bernie Williams · Score · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Bernie Williams
Set
1990 Score Base
Year
1990
Card #
#619
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). The centering is noticeably off towards the bottom right. There is visible surface wear and what appears to be a brownish stain/discoloration on the player's pant leg which significantly impacts the surface grade.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Score
Demand Level
Moderate. Bernie Williams remains a highly beloved New York Yankee, but the massive supply of 1990 Score cards keeps the market price low for anything except perfect PSA 10 specimens.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $40-60, PSA 10: $250-350. (Note: Grades below 9 often sell for less than the cost of the grading fee for this specific card.)
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card range from $0.99 to $3.00 including shipping. PSA 10 copies occasionally reach $300+, but PSA 8 and lower copies often struggle to sell for more than $10.
Description
This is the 1990 Score rookie card for New York Yankees legend Bernie Williams. The card features a vibrant blue border with a yellow inner frame, showcasing Bernie in a classic base-running pose wearing the road Yankees jersey. A '1990 Rookie' emblem is featured in the bottom right corner with the iconic Yankees top-hat logo. This is a must-have for Yankees team collectors and fans of the '90s dynasty.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card of 5-time All-Star and 4-time World Series Champion Bernie Williams. Key card from the massive 1990 Score baseball set.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card was mass-produced in the 'Junk Wax' era and is rarely, if ever, counterfeited. Check for the standard 'Score' card stock feel and clarity of the '90 Score' logo in the top left.
Flaws to Note
Significant surface staining/discoloration on the focal point of the image (player's leg). Centering is shifted to the bottom-right. Potential edge chipping common with the dark blue borders of this set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for a quick sale, though selling in a 'Lot' with other Yankees rookies or Bernie Williams cards may yield better results than selling this specific raw copy individually.
Selling Tips
Due to the visible surface stain and centering issues, this card is not a candidate for professional grading. It is best sold as a budget-friendly filler for a Bernie Williams completionist or a Yankees fan. Use high-quality photos to clearly show the border condition and include 'Rookie Card' in the title.