1989 Topps Nintendo Game Pack Mario Sealed Wax Pack
Mario (Nintendo Character) · Topps · Sealed Wax Pack (Scratch-Off Cards and Stickers)
Player
Mario (Nintendo Character)
Set
1989 Topps Nintendo Game Pack
Year
1989
Card #
N/A (Sealed Pack)
Condition Grade
Unopened Pack - Estimated PSA 6 to 7 (EX-MT). Visible edge wear and slight corner blunting on the wrapper. Wax seal on back expected to be intact but overall pack shows shelf wear.
Category
Sealed Wax Pack (Scratch-Off Cards and Stickers)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Nintendo collectibles are currently experiencing a long-term bull market, and sealed vintage packs have a high 'burn rate' as collectors open them for grading.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$40.00 - $65.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $85-110, PSA 8: $150-180, PSA 9: $300+
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw sealed packs range from $45 to $70 depending on wrapper crispness. PSA 8 graded packs have consistently sold in the $160 range over the last quarter.
Description
This is a vintage 1989 Topps Nintendo Game Pack, unopened and in its original wax wrapper. The pack features the iconic Mario character and contains 3 scratch-off game cards and 2 stickers. This was part of a popular cross-promotional release between Topps and Nintendo of America featuring various NES classics like Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, Punch-Out!!, and Metroid.
Key Features
Highly nostalgic cross-over item; Features Mario; Contains stickers and the elusive 'Top Secret Tips'; Unopened status is increasingly rare as collectors open them for high-grade Zelda or Mario cards.
Authenticity Indicators
Matte finish to the yellow wax paper; Correct 'Topps' and 'Nintendo' logo fonts; Characteristic crimped top and bottom seals. High confidence as these are rarely faked, though resealing is a minor risk.
Flaws to Note
Visible whitening and wear on the bottom right and top right corners of the wrapper. Slight creasing/wrinkling on the yellow surface common with thin wax paper. Some minor staining or 'wax bleed' may be present on the cards inside due to age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific item due to the high volume of Nintendo and Topps collectors. Specialty groups like 'Vintage Nintendo Collectors' on Facebook are also excellent options.
Selling Tips
Do not open the pack; the sealed value is more stable than the individual cards unless they pull a Gem Mint Zelda or Mario. Use keywords like 'NES', 'Vintage Nintendo', and 'Mario RC'. Ship in a small box or a very rigid bubble mailer to prevent the cards inside from bending.