Joe Juneau
Center (Note: This is an Ice Hockey card, not a football card) · Boston Bruins
Upper Deck ##22
Year & Era
1992-93 — Junk Wax Era
Card Type
Base Rookie Card
Grade
Raw — Good (3-4 range) estimated
Rarity
Extremely common; mass-produced during the peak of early 90s production.
Overall Assessment
A classic 1990s hockey rookie card in 'well-loved' condition. While nostalgic for Bruins fans, it holds nominal financial value due to condition issues.
Condition Grade
Raw — Good (3-4 range) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front centering is biased towards the top-right corner, though centering is less critical on full-bleed designs of this era.
Surface Condition
Poor surface due to visible vertical and horizontal scratches on the right side and general dullness.
Corner Condition
Significant softening and whitening visible on all four corners, especially the bottom right.
Edge Condition
Substantial chipping and whitening along the right edge where the black border meets the play photo.
Print Quality
Standard for 1992 Upper Deck; features the iconic gold hologram on the reverse.
Estimated Value
$0.05 - $0.50 (USD)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy is significantly more worn than the average preserved specimen found in factory sets or wax packs.
Authentication Tips
Check for the genuine Upper Deck 'diamond' hologram on the card back which should show a three-dimensional shift.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The card's market value in high grade is less than the cost of the grading fee.
Red Flags
Visible edge chipping and heavy corner wear reduce the technical grade significantly.
Provenance Notes
Distributed in 1992-93 Upper Deck Low Series wax packs and factory sets.
Historical Context
Joe Juneau was a star for the 1992 Canadian Olympic team and had a record-breaking rookie season with the Bruins before a journeyman career.
Market Trends
Values for 1990s base hockey rookies are stagnant except for top-tier Hall of Famers in PSA 10 slabs.
Investment Potential
Minimal long-term growth potential due to high supply and niche player demand.
Similar Cards
1992-93 Parkhurst Joe Juneau, 1992-93 Topps Joe Juneau, 1992-93 Score Joe Juneau.
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top loader are sufficient for preservation; avoid direct sunlight to prevent ink fading.
Interesting Facts
Juneau holds the NHL record for most assists by a rookie left winger (70), set during the year this card was released.