1994 Mike Piazza Appraisal

1994 Upper Deck Mike Piazza Baseball Card #226

This is a 1994 Upper Deck baseball card featuring Hall of Fame catcher Mike Piazza of the Los Angeles Dodgers. The card features a high-action, close-up photograph of Piazza in full catcher's gear, including a blue and orange mask, chest protector, and a Mizuno brand catcher's mitt clearly displayed in the lower foreground. The card uses a full-bleed photographic design typical of the mid-1990s Upper Deck aesthetic. The Upper Deck logo is embossed in gold foil in the upper-left corner, and Mike Piazza's name along with the 'Los Angeles Dodgers' team name is printed in gold foil lettering at the bottom. Measuring the standard 2.5 by 3.5 inches, the card is printed on premium heavy cardstock with a glossy UV finish. Regarding its condition, visible wear is present along the black-bordered edges and corners, showing minor white chipping which is common for this high-gloss set. The corners appear slightly softened, particularly the top left. It is currently housed in a transparent plastic protective sleeve. This card represents the peak 'junk wax' era craftsmanship, characterized by high production values and early use of foil stamping and high-resolution photography.