1993 Upper Deck Gary Thurman #18
Gary Thurman · Upper Deck · Base
Player
Gary Thurman
Set
1993 Upper Deck Base Set
Year
1993
Card #
#18
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 8 (NM-MT). Centering is slightly shifted right. Corners/edges appear sharp, but standard white stock from this era often shows minor edge chipping upon close inspection. Surface looks clean with high gloss.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Primarily sought after by Royals team collectors or enthusiasts of the 1993 Upper Deck set design. Gary Thurman is a common player with low hobby demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $12-20, PSA 10: $35-50 (Note: Grading fees exceed market value)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for individual common base cards from 1993 Upper Deck typically range from $0.10 to $1.00. Bulk lots of this set usually sell for $5-10 per 100 cards.
Description
A classic 1993 Upper Deck Gary Thurman card featuring a high-action photography shot of the Kansas City Royals outfielder mid-swing. The design features a white border, the iconic Upper Deck 93 logo in the top left, and the Royals logo in the bottom right corner. The reverse includes full career statistics.
Key Features
Features the signature high-quality photography established by Upper Deck in the early 90s; shows Thurman in the classic Kansas City Royals white home uniform.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. Features the period-correct Upper Deck hologram on the back and authentic gloss coating. Not a commonly counterfeited card due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Minor centering bias toward the right edge. Potential for light surface scuffing common on high-gloss UV coated cards of this era. Corners show very slight white at the tips.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a team lot on eBay, listed in a COMC account, or placed in a 'quarter bin' at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) far outweighs the market value. Best used as a 'filler' for someone completing a set or as part of a Kansas City Royals legacy lot. Use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping.