1989 Star Cincinnati Reds Marge Schott / Schottzie #24
Marge Schott and Schottzie (St. Bernard) · Star Co. · Base / Team Set Member
Player
Marge Schott and Schottzie (St. Bernard)
Set
1989 Star Cincinnati Reds
Year
1989
Card #
#24
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) to PSA 8 (NM-MT). Visual assessment: Centering is slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40); corners appear relatively sharp with minor white showing on the bottom-left; edges show light handling wear; surface appears clean but matte finish is prone to mild scuffing.
Category
Base / Team Set Member
Manufacturer
Star Co.
Demand Level
Niche / Moderate. Primarily sought after by Reds team set collectors, baseball oddball enthusiasts, and St. Bernard dog collectors. The controversy surrounding Marge Schott maintains a level of historical curiosity.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $15-25, PSA 8: $30-45, PSA 9: $60-85
Comparable Sales
Ungraded versions typically sell for $2 to $10 plus shipping on eBay. Graded examples are rare due to low ROI, but PSA 8 specimens of Star Co. cards from this set typically range in the $30-$50 neighborhood when sold to set-registry collectors.
Description
Excellent 1989 Star Co. Cincinnati Reds card featuring the team's controversial owner Marge Schott and her famous mascot St. Bernard, Schottzie. Set against the iconic Cincinnati skyline and Riverfront Stadium (Cinergy Field), this card captures a unique piece of MLB history with the classic 'Wishbone C' Reds logo. A must-have for Cincinnati sports historians and collectors of oddball team sets.
Key Features
Features both the team owner and the famous mascot Schottzie; includes the original Riverfront Stadium in the background; part of the licensed Star Co. team set; notable for capturing a controversial era of Reds baseball.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic Star Co. card stock feeling slightly more rigid than Topps of the era; characteristic red vertical bar printing at top and bottom; specific graininess in the photo consistent with late-80s independent set production. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-to-left centering bias; minor white chipping on lower corners; matte card stock shows light edge wear common for the Star Co. 1989 production.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a Buy It Now with 'Best Offer' or via COMC for long-tail collectors. It would also perform well in a dedicated Cincinnati Reds memorabilia group on Facebook.
Selling Tips
Use keywords like 'St. Bernard,' 'Mascot,' and 'Team Owner.' Due to the niche nature, grading is generally not recommended unless aiming for a PSA 10 registry collector, as grading fees may exceed the card's value. Ship in a standard bubble mailer with a top loader for protection.