Upper Deck (1990) Ivan Calderon No: 285 Mint State White Sox

1990 Upper Deck Ivan Calderón Baseball Card – Card No. 285 (Chicago White Sox)

Player: Ivan Calderón
Team: Chicago White Sox
Position: Outfield (OF)
Card Number: 285
Manufacturer: Upper Deck
Year: 1990
Dimensions: Standard baseball card size (approx. 2.5" x 3.5")
Medium: Glossy printed card stock
Weight: Standard
Condition: Mint (as preserved in protective sleeve)

Authentication & Features:

• The card is an authentic issue from Upper Deck’s 1990 set, a reputable and groundbreaking card series known for its high-quality gloss stock and anti-counterfeit hologram on the reverse (present in your images).
• Ivan Calderón is shown holding a bat on the front, with a secondary action shot on the reverse.
• Card back displays his statistics from 1984 through 1990 across multiple teams, ending with the White Sox.
• Upper Deck's hallmark holographic silver diamond logo is visible, verifying authenticity.
• No known widespread errors are associated with this specific card number.

Historical Significance:

• Ivan Calderón was a standout player during the late 1980s and early 1990s and was known for his strong offensive contributions.
• This card captures Calderón during one of his prime seasons (1990), where he was among the top hitters for the White Sox.

Market & Value Estimate (as of 2025):

• Raw (Unrated, Mint condition): $1 to $3 USD
• Professionally Graded (PSA 9–10): $10 to $25 USD

Note: The card's value remains modest due to large print runs during the “junk wax era” of baseball cards (late 1980s–early 1990s). However, condition is a strong factor—your mint state preservation does help secure top-end raw card value.

Recommendations:

• While not high in individual value currently, maintaining its mint condition is essential.
• If you own several cards from this era in similar state, consider grading only if you have rare rookie cards or error cards (e.g., Frank Thomas "No Name," 1990 Upper Deck errors, etc.).
• This card makes a great component in a complete White Sox or 1990 Upper Deck set.