Wayne Gretzky 2022-23 Upper Deck Series 1 New York Rangers 100-Year Anniversary Variant (Base Set Short Print/Insert)
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Era / Decade
2020s (specifically 2022-2023 season production)
Material
Standard 20pt cardstock with matte finish and gloss logo overlay. High-quality modern printing with UV protective coating.
Condition
Good to Very Good. The photo shows soft corners (bottom right) and some slight surface smudging; edge wear is visible. It is not in 'Gem Mint' condition required for ultra-high professional grading.
Demand Level
Moderate. Gretzky collectors are numerous, but this is a high-population modern card produced in large quantities.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$1.00 - $8.00 (Raw/Ungraded)
Estimated Retail Value
$5.00 - $10.00 (Standard pack MSRP distributed across hits)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sold listings for this specific 2022-23 base/anniversary card range from $0.99 to $4.99 plus shipping. Pristine, professionally graded PSA 10 versions may reach $25-$35, but this card does not meet that grade criteria.
Description
2022-23 Upper Deck Wayne Gretzky hockey card featuring him in a New York Rangers uniform. The card includes a special '100' shield logo at the bottom, celebrating the Rangers' history, and lists his tenure of 1996-1999. Features a clean, grey border design with the iconic Upper Deck logo at the top left.
Key Features
Features 'The Great One' Wayne Gretzky, arguably the most sought-after name in hockey cards. The New York Rangers 100-year branding adds a specific layer of team-collector interest.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Upper Deck holographic logos and clear typography. This is a common modern insert/base variant and is rarely faked due to its lower individual price point.
Flaws to Note
Visible corner whitening and softness on the bottom right and left edges. Surfaces appear to have minor handling marks. Centering looks slightly shifted to the left.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for trading cards), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or local Facebook Hockey Card trading groups.
Selling Tips
Do not professionaly grade this card as the fees will exceed the value. Use a 'Toploader' and 'Penny Sleeve' immediately to prevent further damage. Use 'Wayne Gretzky Rangers Upper Deck' as the primary keywords. Best sold as part of a lot of 5-10 Gretzky cards to maximize shipping efficiency.