1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. #1
Quick Specifications
The card that defined a generation. Ken Griffey Jr.'s rookie card was the first ever card in Upper Deck's inaugural 1989 set. It signaled the transition to 'premium' cards with high-quality photography and anti-counterfeiting holograms. It remains high-population but exceptionally liquid.
Condition & Grading Challenges
Standard Condition Check: Inspect all four corners under 10x magnification. Ensure surface is free of wax stains and gum residue (vintage) or print lines (modern).
Investment Profile
General Market: Tracks with the broader sports card index (SCI-500).
Expert Context
"The 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. #1 serves as a critical data point for the iconic cards index. Based on our current data (Seed: 606685978), verified listings for this item show a stable trend in pricing."
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