1989 Topps Nintendo Game Pack Mario Madness Sticker
Mario (Non-Sport) · Topps / Nintendo of America Inc. · Sticker / Non-Sport Insert
Player
Mario (Non-Sport)
Set
1989 Topps Nintendo Game Pack
Year
1989
Card #
N/A (Sticker Insert)
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy to the right; corners show minor softening; bottom right edge has visible wear.
Category
Sticker / Non-Sport Insert
Manufacturer
Topps / Nintendo of America Inc.
Demand Level
Moderate - Strong niche appeal to vintage video game collectors and 80s pop culture enthusiasts rather than traditional sports card fans.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $15.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $20-30, PSA 6: $35-50, PSA 7: $65-85
Comparable Sales
Raw stickers from this set typically sell for $5-12 depending on the character; PSA 8 examples of main Mario stickers from this set have recently sold in the $80-120 range.
Description
A vintage 1989 Topps Nintendo Game Pack sticker featuring the 'Mario Madness' logo and a classic illustration of Mario. The sticker is set against a vibrant neon yellow background. The bottom copyright reads '©1989 Nintendo of America Inc.' This is a die-cut sticker intended to be peeled from its backing card.
Key Features
Iconic 'Mario Madness' marketing branding from the Super Mario Bros. 2 era; high nostalgia factor for NES collectors; officially licensed by Nintendo during the peak of the 8-bit era.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct 1989 copyright font; specific matte-finish yellow cardstock thickness characteristic of Topps game packs from that era; die-cut line exhibits clean rounded edges. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Noticeable corner softening on the bottom right; centering of the die-cut on the yellow stock is off-center towards the right; light surface scuffing possible on matte yellow stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the primary marketplace for vintage non-sport stickers; Mercari is also effective for vintage Nintendo memorabilia.
Selling Tips
Highlight the 'Nintendo' and 'Mario' keywords in the title. While grading is rarely worth the cost for this specific sticker unless it is a PSA 10 candidate, shipping in a rigid top-loader is essential to prevent creasing.