Ken Griffey
1990 Topps · #581 · 1990
Ken Griffey prices by grade
| Grade | Value | eBay |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $1.15 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 8 | $4.99 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 9 | $7.40 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| Grade 9.5 | $17.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 10 | $17.50 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| BGS 10 | $23.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| CGC 10 | $11.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| SGC 10 | $11.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
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The 1990 Topps Ken Griffey #581 is a Baseball card released in 1990. In ungraded condition it carries an estimated value of about $1.15, with professionally graded copies commanding more.
Condition is everything here — an ungraded copy is worth around $1.15, a PSA 9 around $7.40, a PSA 10 (Gem Mint) around $17.50 and a pristine BGS 10 around $23.00. That's roughly a 15× premium for a gem-mint copy over raw — one of the clearest signals that condition-sensitive buyers dominate this card's market.
See the full grade ladder and current eBay listings above. Collectors use Ripbin to scan, value and trade cards like the Ken Griffey.
Market context
The junk-wax era means supply is high, but that cuts both ways: raw copies are affordable entry points, while flawless graded examples stand out precisely because so many copies exist in lesser condition.
Baseball card collecting runs deep — set builders, player collectors, and investors all compete for the same key cards.
Is it worth grading?
The spread between raw ($1.15) and top-graded ($17.50) copies is fairly tight, so grading this card only makes financial sense for truly flawless copies — or for collectors who simply prefer slabbed cards for protection and display.
When choosing a grader, PSA slabs typically resell fastest, BGS rewards truly pristine copies, and SGC/CGC offer faster turnarounds — compare each label's value in the grade table above.
How to buy this card
Before buying a Ken Griffey #581, compare several live listings — prices for the same card can vary widely depending on condition, seller reputation, and whether an auction is ending soon. The live eBay listings above update throughout the day.
Selling? List smart: photograph corners and surface clearly, state the condition honestly, and price against the grade table above. Or scan it into your Ripbin locker and let bids come to you.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much is the 1990 Topps Ken Griffey #581 worth?
- An ungraded Ken Griffey #581 is worth approximately $1.15, and a PSA 10 graded copy is around $17.50. Values change with the market — check the live eBay listings for current pricing.
- What is a PSA 10 Ken Griffey worth?
- A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) Ken Griffey from 1990 Topps is valued around $17.50.
- Is the Ken Griffey #581 worth grading?
- Usually only for flawless copies: the spread between raw ($1.15) and graded ($17.50) is modest, so grading mainly adds protection and authenticity rather than profit.
- Where can I buy the Ken Griffey #581 card?
- Ken Griffey 1990 Topps cards are available on eBay — use the grade-specific links above to find current listings, or browse the live listings carousel on this page.
- What affects the value of the Ken Griffey #581?
- Condition and grade matter most, followed by the player's performance and career trajectory. Parallel versions, print runs, and overall hobby demand also move the price.