1990 Topps Ken Griffey Jr. #336 All-Star Rookie Cup
Ken Griffey Jr. · Topps · Base / All-Star Rookie Cup
Player
Ken Griffey Jr.
Set
1990 Topps Base
Year
1990
Card #
336
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) Estimate - Centering is significantly off-set to the right (approx 70/30). Top-left corner shows slight softening. Surface appears clean through the sleeve.
Category
Base / All-Star Rookie Cup
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Constant demand for Griffey Jr. collectors and 'Gold Cup' enthusiasts, but extremely high supply (junk wax era).
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $45-60, PSA 10: $350-450
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales: $0.99 - $2.50. PSA 8 sales: $18. PSA 9 sales: $52. PSA 10 sales: $425. Market is stable but sensitive to centering.
Description
This 1990 Topps card features a young Ken Griffey Jr. in his Seattle Mariners uniform, holding a bat. The card prominently displays the iconic gold 'Topps All-Star Rookie' cup in the bottom left corner, signifying his inclusion on the 1989 Topps All-Star Rookie Team. The design features a vibrant blue and orange border characteristic of the 1990 Topps set.
Key Features
Features the 'All-Star Rookie' gold cup; Iconic early career card of a Hall of Famer; 2nd year Topps card for Griffey Jr.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Correct card stock for 1990 (grey/brown chipboard back), matte finish on the front with no gloss. This card is rarely counterfeited due to low raw value and high production volume.
Flaws to Note
O/C Centering: The card is heavily shifted toward the right edge. Minor corner wear visible on the upper left. This specific set is notorious for mass production and print dots, though none are immediately glaring here.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or Mercari. Costs of individual shipping often exceed the value of the card unless graded highly.
Selling Tips
Do not grade unless you are certain it is a PSA 10 candidate (which this is not due to centering). List with clear photos of the back. Use a 'Standard Envelope' shipping method ($0.60 - $1.10) to keep costs low and attract buyers.