The 1989 Bowman Greg Maddux #284 baseball card captures the Chicago Cubs pitcher during a pivotal point in his career. This classic issue is a staple for vintage collectors.
Guide Estimate: $1.49. Evidence date not available.
Completed Sales: $1.49. Evidence date: Aug 10, 2026.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $1.49 to $1.49 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$1.49
Completed Sales
Based on Sold Comps (RAW) · 5 observations
Estimate: $1.49, based on Completed Sales.
Source date not available
Completed Sales: $1.49. Evidence date: Aug 10, 2026.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
$7.02
Guide Estimate
+0.1%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $7.02, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $7.02. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $7.01 to $7.02 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 0.1%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$12.26
Guide Estimate
0%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $12.26, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $12.26. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $12.26 to $12.26 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$12.50
Guide Estimate
0%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $12.50, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $12.50. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $12.50 to $12.50 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$14.00
Guide Estimate
0%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $14.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $14.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $14.00 to $14.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$62.00
Guide Estimate
+5.1%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $62.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $62.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $59.00 to $62.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 5.1%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$29.00
Guide Estimate
+7.4%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $29.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $29.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $27.00 to $29.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 7.4%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
$50.00
Guide Estimate
0%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $50.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $50.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $50.00 to $50.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$1.49
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
0%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price Guide
Estimate: $1.49, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $1.49. Evidence date not available.
Completed Sales: $1.49. Evidence date: Aug 10, 2026.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $1.49 to $1.49 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$1.49
Source
Completed Sales
Trend
Price Details
Based on Sold Comps (RAW) · 5 observations
Estimate: $1.49, based on Completed Sales.
Source date not available
Completed Sales: $1.49. Evidence date: Aug 10, 2026.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
$7.02
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
+0.1%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $7.02, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $7.02. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $7.01 to $7.02 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 0.1%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$12.26
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
0%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $12.26, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $12.26. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $12.26 to $12.26 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$12.50
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
0%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $12.50, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $12.50. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $12.50 to $12.50 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$14.00
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
0%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $14.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $14.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $14.00 to $14.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$62.00
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
+5.1%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $62.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $62.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $59.00 to $62.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 5.1%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$29.00
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
+7.4%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $29.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $29.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $27.00 to $29.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 7.4%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
$50.00
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
0%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $50.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $50.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $50.00 to $50.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 7, 2026 and Sep 25, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
Below grade 10 the guide publishes one estimate across all graders, so these rows are not PSA, BGS, CGC or SGC prices, and a low slabbed grade can sit below a clean raw copy. Grade 10 is estimated per grader.
Each point is the last stored observation that day for this printing, condition, grader, autograph status and source. Gaps mean no observation; guide estimates and asking prices are not completed sales.
Product Overview
Description
The 1989 Bowman Greg Maddux #284 baseball card represents a significant entry for collectors focused on Chicago Cubs history and vintage sports memorabilia. Issued during the late 1980s, this card documents Greg Maddux while he was establishing himself within the Cubs organization, a period that preceded his eventual transition to the Atlanta Braves. For fans of the era, this release serves as a tangible link to the team's roster during a transformative time in franchise history. Bowman cards from this period are renowned for their distinct aesthetic and historical value within the collecting community. The #284 designation places this card within the standard base set, offering a straightforward yet essential piece for those building comprehensive collections. Collectors often seek out 1989 Bowman issues to complete sets or to acquire specific player cards that define the visual style of the late 80s. The glossy finish and bold typography characteristic of the brand make it instantly recognizable to hobbyists. Greg Maddux remains one of the most respected pitchers in Major League Baseball history. While this card predates his Hall of Fame career, it holds nostalgia value for those who followed his early development. Whether you are a dedicated Cubs fan, a general baseball card collector, or someone interested in the evolution of the sport's marketing, this 1989 release offers a piece of that legacy. It stands as a fundamental component for anyone interested in the visual and historical record of 1989 baseball.
Last Listing Activity
9/18/26
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SuperCatch Expert Analysis
Market Value Insight
The 1989 Bowman Greg Maddux commands a meaningful premium relative to his common-era base cards, driven by collector recognition of Maddux as a first-ballot Hall of Famer and one of the most dominant pitchers in modern baseball history. This card sits in a mid-tier position within his broader rookie and early-career catalog, trailing the more sought-after 1987 Donruss and 1987 Topps issues but remaining a staple for vintage Maddux collectors. With only one active listing currently available, the thin market can create price volatility in either direction depending on buyer urgency.
Rarity Breakdown
The 1989 Bowman Maddux is a standard base card with no noted parallel, serial-numbered variant, or short print designation, placing it firmly in the high-print-run tier of late-1980s overproduction era cards. Graded population reports show a wide spread of PSA and BGS submissions, with gem mint copies being the competitive differentiator — raw copies are abundant, but clean, well-centered examples that grade PSA 10 or BGS 9.5 represent a much smaller pool. The overproduction era context means condition sensitivity is the primary rarity driver here, not print run scarcity.
Investment Outlook
Maddux's Hall of Fame status and four consecutive Cy Young Awards provide a durable collector foundation that sustains long-term demand across his card catalog, though overproduction era base cards face structural headwinds against significant appreciation. Graded gem mint copies remain the most defensible investment position, as raw examples face continued pressure from abundant supply. Collector interest in 1980s pitching legends has shown resilience, but this card is better positioned as a collection cornerstone than a high-upside speculative hold.
