1992 Studio Melido Perez #216
Melido Perez · Leaf (Donruss/USTC) · Base
Player
Melido Perez
Set
1992 Studio
Year
1992
Card #
216
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) or PSA 7 (Near Mint)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Leaf (Donruss/USTC)
Demand Level
Low/Niche
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5.00 - $10.00; PSA 9: $15.00 - $20.00; PSA 10: $35.00 - $50.00 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent individual sales for common base cards from 1992 Studio typically range from $0.10 to $0.99 with free shipping. Most sets of this era sell for $5-$15 for the entire 264-card set.
Description
A 1992 Studio baseball card featuring New York Yankees pitcher Melido Perez. This card features the iconic 'Studio' portrait design with a color foreground shot against a black-and-white action background. The card faces is framed by a gold/bronze border and includes the player's name and position (RHP) at the bottom.
Key Features
Features the unique 1992 Studio 'high-end' portrait aesthetic; New York Yankees collectibility; Melido Perez was a notable starter for the Yankees in the early 90s.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. No known counterfeits exist for this card as it was produced during the 'junk wax' era with extremely high print runs and low secondary market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant bottom edge wear/chipping; soft bottom-right corner; centering is slightly heavy toward the right and bottom borders; minor surface scuffing visible on the bronze/gold border and frame.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team lot), COMC, or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees are worth significantly more than the card itself. Best sold as part of a New York Yankees player lot or as a 'filler' to complete a set for a collector. Use an envelope (PWE) for shipping to keep costs low.