San Francisco Giants 'Rex' Mascot Trading Card, First Edition #99
Choice Marketing (specifically the Mascot Inserts/Promotional series) · Collectibles & Antiques > Sports Cards
Era / Decade
Early 1990s (Circa 1992-1994). The 'First Edition' text and neon 'Rex' graphics are stylistically consistent with the early 90s mascot boom.
Material
Standard 2.5 x 3.5 inch trading card stock with a semi-gloss UV coating. Material quality is typical of early 90s independent card manufacturers.
Condition
Good to Very Good. The card appears to have survived without major creases, but there is visible edge wear (whitening) on the black borders, especially the bottom edge. Centering appears slightly shifted to the left.
Demand Level
Niche. High interest among SF Giants completionists or mascot collectors, but low interest for general sports card flippers.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$3.00 (Low) - $8.00 (Mid) - $15.00 (High if a die-hard Giants mascot completions exists).
Estimated Retail Value
$1.00 - $3.00 (Originally sold in packs or handed out at games for nominal fees).
Comparable Sales
Similar mascot cards from the Choice Marketing 1990-1993 era typically sell for $5 to $12 on eBay. Recent sales for obscure 90s mascots often stay under $10 unless professionally graded.
Description
A rare vintage San Francisco Giants mascot card featuring 'Rex' the dinosaur. Rex was a short-lived mascot for the Giants in the early 90s before Lou Seal was introduced. This card is marked 'First Edition' and features the mascot in a classic batting pose with sunglasses and a Giants jersey. The card number is 99, designed with a vibrant 90s color palette including neon purple and green accents.
Key Features
Features a 'lost' mascot (Rex) which provides niche historical value for Giants fans; 'First Edition' marking; vibrant early 90s aesthetic; black borders which make high-grade copies rare.
Authenticity Indicators
Typical lithographic printing dot pattern; correct period typography for 'Choice' marketing products; high confidence (95%) as these are rarely faked due to low general value.
Flaws to Note
Visible whitening on the black edges, particularly at the bottom; potential surface scuffs not visible through the plastic bag; slightly off-center left-to-right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best choice to reach a global audience of Giants collectors. Comc.com is a secondary option for long-tail sports card sales.
Selling Tips
Use keywords like 'San Francisco Giants Mascot', 'Rex Dinosaur', 'Vintage MLB' and 'Rare Mascot Card'. List as a Buy It Now with 'Best Offer' enabled. Mention that this pre-dates Lou Seal to attract team historians.