1992 Upper Deck Tino Martinez #11
Tino Martinez · Upper Deck · Base
Player
Tino Martinez
Set
1992 Upper Deck Base Set
Year
1992
Card #
#11
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). Centering appears slightly heavy on the right side. Corners show minor softening, particularly the bottom left. Edges and surface appear clean generally but typical of the era's white cardstock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low. Though Tino Martinez is a fan favorite, this is a mass-produced base card from the 'Junk Wax' era. Only high-grade PSA 10 specimens generally attract serious buyer competition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $60-80
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $0.50 to $1.50. PSA 10 copies have recently sold in the $65 range, while PSA 9 copies often struggle to sell for more than $20.
Description
This 1992 Upper Deck card features a young Tino Martinez during his tenure with the Seattle Mariners. The card showcases a dynamic action shot of his left-handed swing in the Mariners' classic white home uniforms. The design features a clean white border, the iconic 1992 Upper Deck diamond logo in the top left, and a Mariners logo at the bottom center.
Key Features
Early career card of the New York Yankees legend and 4x World Series Champion. Features the iconic 1992 Upper Deck design known for high-quality photography and white cardstock.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The '92 Upper Deck hologram on the reverse (not visible here but standard) and the specific typography of the player name are consistent with authentic production. This card is rarely counterfeited due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-to-left centering bias. Visible corner wear on the bottom edge. Potential for light surface scuffing common in the 1992 Upper Deck set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a 'Buy It Now' or as part of a Seattle Mariners/Tino Martinez team lot. Could also be sold in bulk on COMC or at a local card show in a dollar bin.
Selling Tips
Due to the high cost of grading ($15-$25+) relative to the card's value, it is not recommended to grade this card unless you are certain it will achieve a PSA 10. List as part of a player lot to save on shipping costs using eBay Standard Envelope.