2006-07 Upper Deck Artifacts Evgeni Malkin Rookie Card #164
Evgeni Malkin · Upper Deck · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Evgeni Malkin
Set
2006-07 Upper Deck Artifacts
Year
2006
Card #
#164
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) to PSA 8 (NM-MT). Visual assessment shows whitening on the top-left edge and potential corner softness typical of thick stock Artifacts cards. Centering appears slightly shifted left-to-right.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Strong. Malkin remains a top-tier collectable as a Penguins legend. Demand is consistently high among Pittsburgh fans and HOF rookie card collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$40.00 - $60.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $50-70, PSA 8: $90-110, PSA 9: $175-225, PSA 10: $600-800
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for the #164 base rookie have fluctuated between $35 and $55. PSA 9 examples have recently sold in the $180-$210 range. The market for Malkin's 2006 rookies is currently stable.
Description
A beautiful 2006-07 Evgeni Malkin Rookie Card from the premium Upper Deck Artifacts set. This card features Malkin in his classic black Pittsburgh Penguins jersey. The design includes the signature ornate architectural frame associated with the Artifacts brand, finished with bronze-styled nameplates and textured background patterns. This is one of the premier rookie cards for this future Hall of Famer.
Key Features
Official NHL Rookie Card status; Future First-Ballot Hall of Famer; Three-time Stanley Cup Champion; High-end brand (Artifacts) known for thicker card stock and premium finish.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic Upper Deck copper-foil stamping; correct matte-to-gloss ratio on the player image versus the background. Minimal counterfeit risk for the base rookie parallel (it is the low-numbered parallels and jerseys that are more commonly faked). High confidence in authenticity.
Flaws to Note
Visible whitening on the top edge and corners (common for this set due to the foil/ink coating over thick cardstock). The top-loader appears scratched; the card itself may have light surface scuffs. Bottom-right corner shows slight rounding.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to the high volume of hockey card buyers. COMC is a secondary option for long-term consignment if you are not in a rush to sell.
Selling Tips
Remove from the scratched top-loader and use a fresh penny sleeve and clean top-loader for photos. Use keywords: 'Evgeni Malkin', '2006 Artifacts', 'Rookie Card', 'RC', 'Penguins', 'HOF'. It is likely not worth grading unless you believe the surface is flawless, as PSA 8s and lower often sell for near-raw prices after fees.