1989 Upper Deck Star Rookie Ken Griffey Jr. #1 (Hand-held Sample/Large Print)
Ken Griffey Jr. · Upper Deck · Rookie Card (RC) Reproduction / Large Format Photo
Player
Ken Griffey Jr.
Set
1989 Upper Deck Star Rookie
Year
1989
Card #
#1
Condition Grade
Poor (P) - Significant corner damage from fingers, surface glare, no protective sleeve, possible trim or oversized reproduction.
Category
Rookie Card (RC) Reproduction / Large Format Photo
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low. Collectors of Ken Griffey Jr. seek authentic, high-grade pack-pulled cards or certified memorabilia. This appears to be a novelty item.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $10.00 (Assuming this is a non-standard sized reproduction or heavily damaged original)
Graded Value
Authentic/Altered: $10-20. PSA 1: $15-25. Note: This item is likely not gradable as a standard card due to size and handling.
Comparable Sales
Standard 1989 Upper Deck Griffey RCs in Poor condition sell for $15-30. Large format reprints or 'homemade' photo prints of this image typically sell for under $5.
Description
This item features the iconic 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. rookie card image. It depicts a young Griffey in a Mariners hat with the team logo background and a white script signature. However, the item shown appears to be a large-format reproduction or a promotional photo rather than a standard 2.5x3.5 trading card, as evidenced by its size relative to the human hand.
Key Features
Features the image of the most iconic baseball card of the modern era. Includes the 'Star Rookie' logo (partially visible) and the classic Mariners compass background.
Authenticity Indicators
Low Confidence. A genuine 1989 Upper Deck #1 has high-quality gloss and specific hologram technology on the back. This item appears to be an oversized print or a 'reprint' photo given the blurry resolution and scaling. Highly likely to be a modern reproduction.
Flaws to Note
Severe surface handling; finger oils on the top edge; top left and right corners appear softened or creased; lack of standard border suggests it may be a cut-out or a promotional postcard rather than a Pack-issued card.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Garage sale, local flea market, or as a 'decorator' piece on eBay. Not suitable for major auction houses or high-end sports card marketplaces.
Selling Tips
Do not attempt to grade this item. It does not meet the physical criteria for a standard trading card. Clarify in any listing that this is a photo/reprint and not an original 1989 Upper Deck pack-pulled card to avoid refund requests.