1992 Topps Match the Stats Game Card Ernie Banks #47 (Scratched)
Ernie Banks · Topps · Insert / Game Card
Player
Ernie Banks
Set
1992 Topps Baseball (Match the Stats Game subset)
Year
1992
Card #
47
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) - Condition is severely impacted by the scratch-off material being partially removed and visible surface damage.
Category
Insert / Game Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche/Minimal; collectors generally only seek these cards in 'unscratched' (mint) condition for set building.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
N/A - Not a candidate for professional grading; cost of grading exceeds market value by 100x.
Comparable Sales
Unscratched versions of this card sell for $1.00-$2.00. Scratched versions typically hold no individual resale value and are often included as free bonuses in larger Ernie Banks or Topps lots.
Description
Authentic 1992 Topps 'Match the Stats' scratch-off game card featuring Hall of Famer Ernie Banks. The card features a blue border, a stylized baseball diamond with scratch-off circles, and a trivia/stat section at the bottom. This particular card is in 'Used' condition as two of the scratch-off circles have been scratched to reveal game results.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame legend Ernie Banks; part of a nostalgic early-90s interactive subset found in Topps wax packs.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence; the card stock, lithography, and specific 'Topps Gold' offer text match 1992 production standards. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Major surface damage: the scratch-off film has been removed in two places (revealing an 'OUT' and a '47' stat). There is also significant edge wear/chipping on the bottom right and general whitening on the corners.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as a 'filler' card in a large 1990s bulk lot on eBay or Mercari, or as a novelty item at a local card show in a 10-cent bin.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. Given the condition, it is best marketed to younger collectors or 'junk wax' era enthusiasts. Shipping via Plain White Envelope (PWE) is the only cost-effective method.