And if you want Bests best, this is it (with bonus points for the Refractor parallel). Prices are updated daily based upon 1995 Upper Deck listings that sold on eBay and our marketplace. Like the 1995 Donruss, Fleer and Upper Deck sets, large print runs saturated the market with these cards, driving down their values. Still, the glossy foil cards are gorgeous nonetheless. Living near New York for nearly 100 years, Micioni saw not only some of the most iconic moments and players in Yankees history, but was also around for the Brooklyn Dodgers and New York Giants. The outfielder was a young stud with a Hall of Fame future ahead of him. | Compare vs. 485 Troy O'Leary If you are buying multiple gift cards, check out the. 482 Rick Aguilera 244 Carlos Perez -Diamond Debuts RC document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2008-2023 The Cardboard Connection. And for a company that produced a lot of them in the 90s, thats saying a lot. This Vladimir Guerrero autograph is one of a handful of major signatures found in the minor league 1995 SP Top Prospects release. And despite a three-week delay to the start of the 1995 season due to labor negotiations, he was even better in year two. Click here for the details, Michael Jordan, Harry Caray [PSA8NMMT], Michael Jordan, Harry Caray [BGS8.5NMMT+]. 486 Benito Santiago Only one of them will be part of the auction Sunday, but the rest will be included in online auctions hosted by Wheatland over the next few months. But, that doesn't mean they are rare or hard to find these days by any means. To this day, his cards are in another category. Because of the strike, Jackson spent more time with his family than usual and formed closer ties to them. 1995 Upper Deck Collectors Choice #255 Will Van Landingham: $1.05: 1995 Upper Deck Collectors Choice #256 Darren Lewis: $0.34: No one in the family was as knowledgeable about the baseball card industry as Uncle Jimmy, one of the nephews, Peter Micioni, 59, told NJ.com. Read our methodology. And his first Yankees signatures didnt come out until 1996. 1995 Upper Deck #149 Andy Van Slyke: $0.34: 1995 Upper Deck #150 Jay Bell: . 7 from . Shame the 94 strike had to be the reason that the print run was shorter than normal, still too many out there for my liking. For a good chunk of the late 90s, the 1995 Bowmans Best Andruw Jones Rookie Card wasthecard to have. Read our methodology . Shortcuts: Most Expensive , Cheapest , List by Card # 209 Main St Boonton, NJ. Top Restaurants Gift Cards. We use cookies to help personalize content, tailor and measure ads, and provide a safer experience. Oops, there it is. Disclaimer: Treat gift cards are not affiliated with, issued, sponsored or endorsed by these merchants. 238 Darren Bragg - Star Rookie Click on any card to see more graded card prices, historic prices, and past sales. Since 1995, the Hall of Famers signature hasnt really changed. Beltrans lone RC is one of those embarrassing errors of mistaken identities. Baseball Cards. Unfortunately, an errant fastball by Cleveland Indians pitcher Dennis Martinez struck Puckett in the face, breaking his jaw. 241 David Bell - Diamond Debuts A small nameplate and the Upper Deck logo are the only additions. Jimmy went to games that Babe Ruth played in and hit home runs, Whisman said after looking at programs and ticket stubs from Micionis collection. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Thanks for contacting us. Theres no shortage of Vladimir Guerrero autographs out there. With back-to-back American League MVP awards in his pocket, The Big Hurt continued to bolster his claim as one of the greatest hitters of the 1990s with a fantastic 1995 MLB season. 243 Joe Randa - Diamond Debuts He had pins from when he went to games and was a supporter of Jackie Robinson. List by Card #, You own: 0 / 82 items This set did its part to try, offering interactive elements to go along with the always high-quality set. Looks like a baseball card SHOULD look. Not since the 1984 season had Gwynn seen playoff baseball and he would have to wait until the 1996 season to see it again. 481 Vaughn Eshelman 458 Luis Gonzalez Card Description NM EX/NM EX VG GOOD; 1995 Upper Deck #1 Ruben Rivera: . Griffey was a man possessed in the box against New York, going 9-for-23 (.391) with a staggering five home runs and seven RBIs. For whatever reason, Beltran and Juan Lebron were mixed up on each others cards. And with a balance of young talent and veteran leadership in the clubhouse, the Yankees gave their captain his first playoff appearance with a wild card berth. Because Uncle Jimmy preserved them so well, the colors retain their freshness and their brightness, so the eye appeal of the cards is tremendous because he took the time to preserve them the right way, Orlando added. His role in bringing fans back to baseball following the cancellation of the 1994 World Series is the real tale to be told. But, it's all relative when discussing Bonds' unparalleled MLB career. But, a walk-off win for the AL West champion Seattle Mariners in Game 5 of the American League Division Series brought Donnie Baseball's first playoff appearance to an abrupt end. Those with the cards of the winners became eligible for a special silver-foil stamped set of prize cards. That means the card needs to be flawless. 472 Kevin Brown At first a sensation, the Japanese pitcher became a journeyman. Copyright 2023 GoLocal Inc. All rights reserved. A collector for much of his life, Ryan focuses primarily on building sets, Montreal Expos and interesting cards. McGwire came back looking like the MVP candidate he'd been from 1987-92 as one-half of the "Bash Brothers.". Micioni never paid for autographs, according to his relatives, who said he would send lengthy letters and return envelopes to teams and players including his favorite Yankees requesting them. 455 Tom Henke To top it all off, there were a couple of subsets as well: Overall, this set still packs plenty to enjoy for the die-hard baseball card collector and lots of nostalgic value. Average ungraded base card value (excludes parallels) for 1995 Upper Deck Really? 0% This one runs the meter to around $40 in PSA 9 condition. But just because the value isnt there like some of his other autographs, doesnt mean that its not attractive or worth a look. Ungraded & graded values for all '95 Upper Deck Special Edition A former factory worker and later janitor at Boonton High School, Micioni lived in the same house near Main Street his entire life, never drove a car and walked everywhere he needed to go, always proudly wearing his Uncle Jimmy hat gifted to him by one of his nephews. And lets be honest, for this particular card that blue backdrop mixing with the teal Mariners jersey is almost as perfect as Juniors swing. Inserted 1:34 Series 1 retail packs. Ungraded & graded values for all '95 Upper Deck All trademarks and brand names belong to their respective owners. And, he was fantastic in the postseason, batting .412 with three home runs and 7 RBI over eight games against the Colorado Rockies and Cincinnati Reds to help Atlanta into a World Series showdown against the Cleveland Indians. Read our methodology . He also hit 33 home runs, eclipsed 100 RBIs (104), smacked 30 doubles, and stole over 30 bases (31). The collection has been broken down and will be auctioned off as 2,000 separate lots, some consisting of individual cards and others consisting of complete sets from a particular year. "Youre talking about cards that needed to be handled and sent to the players and autographed and then returned and then preserved. Autographed (4) Hall of Fame (307) Pre-Rookie Card . Shortcuts: In 1995, there were two and Bowmans Best was, indeed, the best. We've received your submission. Download Price List, SportsCardsPro 2019-2023 Premium: They're divided up into two 225-card series plus another 45 cards that were only available via redemption. And the full signature from Classic Five Sport is already gone. Today, this awesome looking card from that era of hope from before The Strike of 1994-95 left us jaded, from before the steroid years sells for a shade under $10 in PSA 8 condition most of the time. The 1995 Upper Deck Baseball base set has 495 total cards. Click on any card to see more graded card prices, historic prices, and past sales. Upper Deck Predictor inserts played a longer game. Though he certainly did his part to help the team, the San Diego Padres as a unit finished third in the AL West with a mediocre 70-74 record and out of playoff contention. Pinnacles dufex technology was simply amazing! The cool thing is, nobody knew of his collection. From 1982-93, New York cycled through ten managers and repeatedly missed the playoffs with teams that ranged from depressingly mediocre to good (but not great). The sport was still dealing with the fallout of the strike that saw the 1994 season cut short and the World Series cancelled. By the 1997 MLB Trade Deadline, his time by the Bay would come to a close, and a new chapter would begin under the arch in St. Louis. We are user supported. In Major League Baseball, Jackson's big bat and rocket arm paved the way for becoming an All-Star with the Kansas City Royals while his speed and power made him a Pro Bowler with the Los Angeles Raiders in the NFL. 270 cards. 495 cards. It was a moment in time that still brings tears for baseball fans of all teams. While only one of the six signed Ruth cards will be part of the June 14 auction, the rest will be included in future online auctions hosted by Wheatland over the next several months, including a #149 graded PSA 4 with a PSA 8 autograph (pictured at top) that is perhaps the best card of the collection. However, Henderson still considered the Bay Area home and returned to the A's for his third go-around with a two-year, $8.6 million deal before the 1994 MLB season. Prices are updated daily based upon 1995 Collector's Choice Se listings that sold on eBay and our marketplace. The 1990s had lots of hobby superstars, many of whom have left a lasting mark beyond the generation of their playing days. In need of rest and wanting to spend more time with his family, he announced his intentions to sit out the 1996 season. 469 Terry Pendleton However, when graded in top condition, some cards in this set still have decent value. 0% Looking back at 1995 baseball cards, there were a lot of great sets and designs. No More Secrets Puzzle Game, Michael Jordan [Minors Michael Jordan Scrapbook] #MJ 6, Michael Jordan [Electric Diamond Gold] #200, Ken Griffey Jr. [Electric Diamond Gold] #100, Ken Griffey Jr. [Electric Diamond Gold] #110, Don Mattingly [Electric Diamond Gold] #210, Alex Rodriguez [Electric Diamond Gold] #215, Jason Giambi [Electric Diamond Gold] #222, Rickey Henderson [Electric Diamond Gold] #30, Ivan Rodriguez [Electric Diamond Gold] #391, Kirby Puckett [Electric Diamond Gold] #430. 0% 478 Mark Whiten Among the baseball cards found in "Uncle Jimmy" Micioni's attic was this signed 1933 Babe Ruth card | Photo courtesy of Professional Sports Authenticator. Perhaps the most desirable card in Micionis collection is a signed Babe Ruth card from 1933, which is likely to sell for more than $100,000. The former janitor at Boonton High School never had children, but shared his passion for card collecting with many nieces and nephews, as well as his great-nieces and great-nephews. Basketball Cards. 1995 Upper Deck - Retail Predictor - League Leaders Expired Redemptions #R14 Kirby Puckett. He just collected his whole life. Ungraded & graded values for all '97 Upper Deck Baseball Cards. $6.00 1995 Michael Jordan SP Gold Promo #23 $15.00 A7860- 1995 SP Football Card #s 1-200 +Rookies -You Pick- 10+ FREE US SHIP $6.36 Ross is the founder of Old Sports Cards and has been collecting sports cards for over 30 years. Regardless of how Barry Bonds's legacy has been shaped and analyzed in recent years, he remains one of the greatest hitters to lace up a pair of cleats. 1995 Pinnacle White Hot is one of my all-time favorite insert sets! He just collected his whole life. Buy from many sellers and get your cards all in one shipment! 483 Erik Hanson The A's, however, were ticketed for a massive rebuilding project. When Fernndez returned, the Yankees demoted Jeter to play for Triple-A Columbus, where he continued to perform very well, batting .317 with two home runs, 45 RBI, 96 runs scored and 20 stolen bases in 486 at-bats. Could be sent in (with $2) to get nine of the Update Series cards. Also included in the auction will be a 1969 Topps Super Rookie Reggie Jackson card, graded PSA Gem-Mint 10; a 1949 Bowman #50 Jackie Robinson card graded Near Mint-Mint 8 and a Topps #207 Pete Rose card from 1965 graded Mint 9. Not only do the cards have 1:72 odds, at the time Zenith was Pinnacles peak as far as high-end products went. But lets face it, his 1992 Front Row and Little Sun autographs arent the most attractive. His nieces and nephews, aged 49 to 69, knew that Uncle Jimmy had a significant card collection, but they never quite knew the extent of it until after he passed away. A 97-year-old former janitor from New Jersey who died in March left his relatives swinging for the fences with a treasure trove of vintage baseball . 237 Quilvio Veras - Star Rookie Experts say the discovery of Micionis collection is one of the most incredible finds in the history of the hobby, and several of the more notable cards will include a special Uncle Jimmy Collection pedigree on the label (as seen in the photo above). The most valuable Upper Deck cards are those that were released during their peak popularity. The double-sided cards brought together the best from both leagues. We may earn an affiliate commission if you . 477 Heathcliff Slocumb Chicagos thin pitching staff consistently let them down in 1995, forcing a stacked lineup to slug their way out of holes all year long. 15 cards. After missing over 200 games in 1993-94 with a severe left foot injury, Oakland Athletics slugger Mark McGwire opted for surgery before the 1995 MLB season. For 1995 baseball cards, that meant more inserts, more autographs and, in the case of Pinnacle, lots of Dufex. Read our methodology . Henderson was solid in year one before the players' strike dropped a curtain on the season. 232 Antonio Osuna - Star Rookie Prices are updated daily based upon 1997 Upper Deck listings that sold on eBay and our marketplace. Its highlighted by an unforgettable photo that embodies joy, baseball and bubble gum from a player simply known as The Kid. The base version is great but the Museum Collection parallel brings in the Dufex Pinnacle was famous for. 467 Ken Hill However, McGwire just couldn't shake the injury bug as he missed over a month of the season with back problems, leading to questions about his durability going forward. 1995 Upper Deck Collector's Choice Special Edition - [Base] - Gold #225 Scott Erickson. Shop COMC's extensive selection of 1995 upper deck collector's choice baseball cards. The #53 Ruth card that was graded PSA Very Good 3 MK with an autograph grade of PSA 6 will be put up for auction this weekend. There are plenty of 1995 Ken Griffey Jr. cards worth more than this relatively easy to find parallel. 7) 1994 Upper Deck Alex Rodriguez (#24) The same ball-flipping young A-Rod at shortstop as in the Electric Diamond entry a few slots above, just without all the zap. Not only could each of them tear the cover off the ball at the plate, but they could also run and field as well as anyone at their respective positions. And he was once again recognized for his balanced brilliance in 1995, earning his 10th All-Star appearance and a 21st-place finish in the American League's MVP race. 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. 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During those thirteen games, the 21-year-old Jeter batted .234 with three doubles, one triple, six RBI and five runs scored in 47 at-bats. They're divided up into two 225-card series plus another 45 cards that were only available via redemption. 10 cards (5 for Series 1, 5 for Series 2). From that day on, Jeter exceeded nearly everyone's expectations in the Yankee organization. June 11, 2020 3:09pm. 454 Scott Cooper 1995 Bowmans Best enjoyed a long run as one of the decades most popular baseball card sets. 453 Ariel Prieto Uncle Jimmy had six of them, all hand-signed by the Great Bambino himself. Fortunately, in his 14th MLB season in 1995, his luck would turn. 473 Glenn Dishman RC 451 Jim Abbott As time wore on, their paths and legacies may have diverted more than anyone would have liked, but they remain two of the most extraordinary talents of all time. 1995 Upper Deck Baseball Card #447 Ryne Sandberg TRIB $0.99 $0.99 shipping 1995 Upper Deck SP Championship Ken Griffey Jr Fall Classic #1 Mariners $0.99 0 bids $4.75 shipping 4d 15h 1995 Upper Deck - Nolan Ryan - #448 - Texas Rangers - Tribute Card - NrMt $1.78 SPONSORED Babe Ruth 1995 PSA 7.5 Upper Deck Great Bambino #77 New York Yankees Vintage Over the past 15 years, we would visit and he would always give us part of his collection.. :(. Baseball was coming off the strike that cancelled the 1994 World Series and saw the 95 season start late. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Grabbing individual headlines for a middling Chicago White Sox team that finished 32 games behind 100-win Cleveland in the AL Central, Thomas earned his third All-Star selection with the second 40-homer season of his six-year MLB career. Inserted 1 per hobby pack. A big change for the set's inserts was the introduction of Predictor cards. 1995 Upper Deck card list & price guide. While the Mariners' first October appearance might have been enough to keep baseball in Seattle, their iconic five-game AL Division Series win over the Yankees sealed the deal. Now that we got that out of the way, let's take a look at the list: After starting infielders Tony Fernndez and Pat Kelly both went down because of injury early in the 1995 season, Yankees fans got their first look at Derek Jeter when he filled in for thirteen games from May 29 to June 11. No one in the family was as knowledgeable about the baseball card industry as Uncle Jimmy, said Peter Micioni, 59, one of his nephews. Instead, he would write long handwritten letters to teams and players, requesting autographs and including a return envelope. Coming off the peaks of just a few years earlier, the sports card industry as a whole were already shrinking. The Oakland A's finished in the AL West cellar in 1996, adding even more fuel to the speculative fire about McGwire's future. Click on any card to see more graded card prices, historic prices, and past sales. Its about as philosophical as most collectors will get with a baseball card. MLB sets had them with greater regularity, but it was still a big deal to get one. COMC.com is doing business for CheckOutMyLLCand is utilizing patented technology. It starts with a big V and a series of squiggles that loosely resemble Guerrero. 1995 Classic Five Sport is different in that you get the full Vladimir, setting it apart from over 1,500 other different Vladimir Guerrero autograph cards out there. We are user supported. He didnt show it off to anyone.. 25. Z-Team is another tough insert. Then, the strike happened, canceling the playoffs and denying Mattingly of his first postseason trip. On the season, Ramirez batted .308 while belting 31 home runs, driving in 107 RBI and scoring 85 runs. His dominant season led to a 19-2 record and one of the game's highest single-season winning percentages (.905) by any pitcher in history.