1992 Upper Deck Tom Browning #253
Tom Browning · Upper Deck · Base Card
Player
Tom Browning
Set
1992 Upper Deck Base Set
Year
1992
Card #
#253
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly shifted left-to-right; corners show minor wear typical of white borders from this era; surface appears clean without visible scratching.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low - This is a 'junk wax' era base card with extremely high supply and low current market liquidity.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60 (Value is driven primarily by registry collectors rather than liquid market demand)
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell in bulk lots for pennies per card. Single sales on eBay occasionally reach $1.00 - $1.50 including shipping. PSA 10 copies have historically sold in the $30-$50 range to dedicated Reds collectors.
Description
Featured here is a 1992 Upper Deck Tom Browning card #253. The card captures the Cincinnati Reds left-hander in his pitching motion, showcasing the classic 1992 Upper Deck design with its crisp photography and clean white borders. The top left corner features the 1991 'diamond' logo and the iconic Upper Deck hologram is featured on the reverse side. This card is a staple for Reds team collectors or fans of the pitcher who threw the 12th perfect game in MLB history.
Key Features
Features Tom Browning, a Cincinnati Reds icon and perfect game pitcher; set is known for the first appearances of Ted Williams holograms and high-quality photography for the era.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence; includes the signature Upper Deck hologram on the back. The card stock thickness and printing dot pattern are consistent with early 90s Upper Deck production. This is not a commonly counterfeited card due to its high print volume.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias. Minor edge wear visible on the bottom right corner. Common 'white chipping' possible on the reverse side which is frequent for the card stock used in 1992.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a team set or bulk lot on eBay; COMC is the best platform for individual base cards of this value to save on shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are seeking a PSA 10 for a personal collection, as grading fees ($19+) far exceed the market value. When listing, use keywords like 'Cincinnati Reds' and 'Perfect Game' to attract niche collectors. Ship in a Plain White Envelope (PWE) to keep costs down.