BaseballKey Card
1989 Upper Deck Ozzie Smith #674
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Why this card matters
Ozzie Smith is a Hall of Famer (inducted 2002) and one of the greatest defensive shortstops in MLB history. The 1989 Upper Deck set was a landmark release — Upper Deck's debut year — featuring high-quality card stock and photography that revolutionized the hobby. Any card from this inaugural set carries collector significance. Ozzie's card from this set is a popular PC target for Cardinals collectors and HOF set builders.
Parallels & Print Runs
No standard parallels
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The 1989 Upper Deck base set did not include parallel versions. All base cards were produced in a single version.
Notable Variants
- ◆ No widely documented short prints or variants are known for this specific card number
- ◆ Some 1989 Upper Deck cards have error/corrected versions but no major variants are documented for #674
Population Context
This card is commonly submitted to PSA and BGS. The 1989 Upper Deck set as a whole is heavily graded due to its historical importance as Upper Deck's debut set. However, the set is notorious for centering issues and surface print defects, making high grades (PSA 10, BGS 9.5) relatively scarce compared to the number submitted. PSA 8 and 9 are the most common grades returned. PSA 10 copies exist but are not plentiful, making them desirable to condition-sensitive collectors.
Collector Notes
The 1989 Upper Deck set, while revolutionary for its time, was printed in very large quantities, keeping raw values modest. The biggest challenge for high-grade collectors is centering — many cards from this set show left-to-right or top-to-bottom centering issues that prevent PSA 10 grades. Surface quality is another concern, as cards can show print lines or speckling. When evaluating a raw copy, check corners (prone to wear), centering carefully, and look for print defects on the white borders. For collectors pursuing a Hall of Fame set or Cardinals collection, this is a must-have card. Ozzie Smith's Hall of Fame status ensures sustained long-term demand.
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