2005-06 Upper Deck Goal Oriented Sidney Crosby Insert #GO1
Sidney Crosby · Upper Deck · Rookie Year Insert
Player
Sidney Crosby
Set
2005-06 Upper Deck Series 1 Goal Oriented
Year
2005
Card #
GO1
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly shifted left-to-right on the front; top-right corner shows slight white touch/softness; surface has typical minor foil scuffs common for this set.
Category
Rookie Year Insert
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Strong - Crosby rookie-year items are blue-chip investments in the hockey hobby and remain high in demand regardless of season.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$60 - $85
Graded Value
PSA 8: $90-$110, PSA 9: $160-$200, PSA 10: $600-$750
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies have sold between $55 and $80. PSA 10 copies have command prices nearing $700, while PSA 9s typically hover around the $175 mark.
Description
A stunning rookie-year insert card of NHL legend Sidney Crosby from the iconic 2005-06 Upper Deck Series 1 set. This 'Goal Oriented' insert features a vibrant holographic/foil finish with Crosby in his classic Penguins white away jersey. The design includes 'goal' in bold red lettering overlaying a field of hockey-related terms like 'slap shot' and 'laser'.
Key Features
Rookie year (2005-06) insert for one of the top 5 hockey players of all time. Rare foil-subset that is difficult to find in pristine condition due to surface scratching sensitivities.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct Upper Deck logo texture and placement; font weight on the name 'sidney crosby' matches known originals; foil refraction patterns are consistent with authentic 2005 Upper Deck products.
Flaws to Note
Visible corner wear on the top right edge. Minor surface dimples or light scratches are likely present on the high-reflective foil surface. Horizontal centering is slightly off.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to high volume and international reach for hockey collectors. COMC is a secondary option for long-term consignment.
Selling Tips
Do not grade unless you are certain it will hit a PSA 10, as the jump from a 9 to a 10 is massive but 8s and 9s often only cover the cost of grading. List as 'Rookie Year Insert' to attract collectors looking for more affordable alternatives to the 'Young Guns' base rookie.