San Francisco Giants 'Rex' Mascot Trading Card, First Edition
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Era / Decade
Early 1990s (Circa 1992-1994)
Material
Standard cardstock with glossy finish and black border
Condition
Good to Very Good. The card is currently in a plastic sleeve, but visible chipping is present on the thin black borders, which are notorious for showing wear. Centering appears slightly off towards the bottom.
Demand Level
Niche. Low volume but high interest among mascot collectors and San Francisco Giants completionists.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$5.00 - $15.00
Estimated Retail Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Comparable Sales
Similar mascot niche cards from the 90s generally sell for $3-$10; however, 'Rex' items specifically have a cult following and can fetch up to $20 in high-grade condition due to the mascot's obscurity.
Description
Rare vintage San Francisco Giants mascot card featuring 'Rex,' the short-lived dinosaur mascot used by the team in the early 90s. This 'First Edition' card shows Rex from the back wearing jersey number 99. The card features a distinct black border design and colorful 'REX' logo in the upper right corner.
Key Features
Niche mascot history; features 'Rex' who was replaced by Lou Seal in 1996; first edition marking; high nostalgia factor for 90s Giants fans; black border style reminiscent of 1971 Topps.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font renderings for the era; standard 2.5 x 3.5 inch size; appropriate cardstock thickness; no signs of modern reprinting or digital artifacting. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Edge wear and corner whitening on the black borders; surface scratches visible through the plastic; potentially some color fading in the red '99' diamond logo.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the primary venue for this specific card to reach a national audience of Giants fans and mascot collectors. COMC (Check Out My Cards) is a secondary option.
Selling Tips
Use keywords like 'Vintage Giants Mascot,' 'Rex Dinosaur,' and 'Rare Mascot Card.' Highlight that this mascot was only active for a few seasons. Ship in a top-loader and a bubble mailer via eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.