1989 Topps Nintendo Game Pack Stickers Link (Zelda) - Green Background
Link (Nintendo Character) · Topps / Nintendo of America Inc. · Insert / Sticker / Non-Sports
Player
Link (Nintendo Character)
Set
1989 Topps Nintendo Game Pack Stickers
Year
1989
Card #
N/A (Part of Sticker Subset)
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). Note: Moderate centering issues, slight edge wear on the bottom right, and visible surface scuffing/ink marks on the top right.
Category
Insert / Sticker / Non-Sports
Manufacturer
Topps / Nintendo of America Inc.
Demand Level
Moderate to Strong. While not a sports card, vintage Zelda memorabilia has a dedicated crossover market with high liquidity among retro gaming collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $15.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $25-40, PSA 8: $75-120, PSA 9: $250-350
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar condition recently sell for $8–$12 on eBay. PSA 9 examples of specific Zelda stickers from this set have reached $300+, but lower grades (PSA 5-6) typically hover under $50.
Description
A vintage 1989 Topps Nintendo Game Pack sticker featuring Link from The Legend of Zelda. The card features two separate die-cut stickers of Link in his classic NES-era art style against a vibrant neon green background. The top of the card features a multicolor 'LINK' répétition. The bottom of each character graphic includes the ©1989 Nintendo of America Inc. copyright.
Key Features
Iconic NES-era 'Legend of Zelda' artwork; early Nintendo licensed merchandise; highly nostalgic for 80s/90s collectors; part of a popular crossover set between Topps and Nintendo.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct 1989 copyright font; distinctive Topps sticker card stock (slightly matte back, glossy front); die-cut lines are clean but consistent with 80s manufacturing. High confidence in authenticity.
Flaws to Note
Significant surface marks/smudges on the right side above the second Link figure; bottom right corner shows slight rounding; centering is shifted toward the bottom left; minor edge chipping on the top border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this item due to the high volume of Nintendo collectors. Heritage or Goldin are only recommended if part of a larger high-grade collection.
Selling Tips
Do not peel the stickers, as this destroys all collector value. Place in a semi-rigid holder or top-loader immediately. Mention 'Legend of Zelda' and 'NES' in the title to attract gaming fans. Grading is only recommended if the surface marks can be safely removed, as they will heavily penalize the grade.