1995 Upper Deck Barry Bonds Mid-Point Analysis #103
Barry Bonds · Upper Deck · Base
Player
Barry Bonds
Set
1995 Upper Deck Series 1
Year
1995
Card #
103
Condition Grade
PSA 4 (VG-EX) to PSA 5 (EX)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Moderate
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $10 - $15, PSA 6: $15 - $20, PSA 8: $40 - $55
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1.00 - $3.00 on eBay including shipping. PSA 10 gem mint examples of this common base card typically sell for $150+, but copies in this specific condition are generally found in 'common' bins for under $1.00.
Description
A classic mid-90s Barry Bonds card from Upper Deck's 1995 Series 1. The card features a high-quality action-posed photograph of Bonds in his San Francisco Giants home uniform, kneeling with his bat. The design utilizes a matte black background typical of Upper Deck's premium feel for the era, featuring the copper-foil Upper Deck logo and a Mid-Point Analysis '90s theme logo in the bottom left corner.
Key Features
Features all-time home run leader Barry Bonds; Iconic mid-90s 'Mid-Point Analysis' design; Full bleed black borders which are highly susceptible to visible wear.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic Upper Deck copper foil stamping in top left; Standard 1995 card stock thickness; Correct font styling for 'Barry Bonds' and 'San Francisco Giants'. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to low market value. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant edge chipping visible on all four sides, especially prominent on the top and right edges where the white cardstock is showing through the black ink. The bottom right corner shows visible dings. Multiple white flecks/surface pits are visible in the black field above his shoulder and near the bat barrel. Centering appears slightly shifted to the right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or Mercari. For individual sale, eBay 'Buy It Now' with a low shipping option or COMC (Check Out My Cards) are the best bets.
Selling Tips
Due to the significant edge wear and surface flecks, this card is not a candidate for grading as it likely won't exceed a grade of 5; grading fees would vastly exceed the card's value. List as 'EX condition' in a bulk lot of Barry Bonds or Giants cards to maximize shipping efficiency and appeal to player-set collectors. Use a penny sleeve and top loader for shipping even for lower-value cards.
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