The 1993 Leaf brand baseball card set marked a turning point in the sports card industry. Previously, the industry had been dominated by the big three producers – Topps, Donruss, and Fleer. In the early 1990s smaller independent producers like Leaf and Upper Deck began to gain market share. The 1993 Leaf set was one of the first produced by the new Leaf company and included some innovative designs that collectors enjoyed.

While the set lacked the star power and rookie cards of the legendary 1992 Leaf set, it still contained many desirable and valuable cards. Pricing for individual 1993 Leaf baseball cards varies quite a bit depending on the player, condition of the card, and other factors. After looking at sales data from platforms like eBay, Beckett, and PWCC Marketplace, here are the typical current values that can be expected for some of the top 1993 Leaf cards in near-mint to mint condition:

Barry Bonds – Bonds was already a superstar by 1993 but still in the early part of his career before breaking the single season home run record. The condition sensitive Leaf design focuses tightly on his batting stance. Mint examples regularly sell for $75-100.

Ken Griffey Jr. – The “Junior” was already one of the most exciting young players in baseball in ’93. High-grade Griffey’s can reach $50-75. His rookie season was in ’89 but collectors still covet cards from his early years with Seattle.

Greg Maddux – Maddux was coming off back-to-back Cy Young awards in 1992-1993 and shown in an Atlanta Braves uniform, a dominant force on the mound for years to come. High-end Maddux rookies tend to trade in the $40-60 range.

Randy Johnson – “The Big Unit” was still developing his devastating abilities in 1993 but his Leaf focuses on his tall, lanky frame winding up. Near-mint Johnson’s trade for $30-40.

Cal Ripken Jr. – Already a multiple-time All Star and nearing breaking Lou Gehrig’s consecutive games played record. Ripken remained a popular collecting staple for many years. His 1993 Leaf sells for $25-35.

Tom Glavine – Another Atlanta Braves ace pitcher, Glavine flashes his winning smile in the 1993 Leaf design. Mint Glavines usually sell in the $25-30 range.

Derek Jeter – An emerging young star for dynasty Yankees clubs of the 1990s. Jeter’s rookie season was 1996 but high-grade 1993 Leaf cards still pull in $20-25.

Ozzie Smith – A signature backflipping defensive wizard for years with St. Louis Cardinals. Higher end Ozzie Smith’s can reach $15-20.

Juan Gonzalez – Big time power hitter who led the league in home runs in 1996 and 1998. Near-mint Gonzalez cards sell around $12-15.

Jeff Bagwell – Emerging star of the Houston Astros in the mid-1990s. Bagwell went on to have a Hall of Fame caliber career. His 1993 Leaf tends to sell for $10-12.50.

Dennis Eckersley – Esteemed closer who reinvented the role and racked up 304 career saves. Eckersley’s 1993 Leaf exchanges hands at the $8-10 level.

All-Star cards featuring teams from both the American and National Leagues can also be found desirable. Near-mint examples typical sell in the $10-12 range depending on the specific league.

Some other affordable but recognizable names that commonly sell in the $5-8 range include Lee Smith, Tim Raines, Rob Dibble, Moises Alou, and Scott Rolen. These were either established veterans or up-and-coming young talents at the time.

There were insert sets as well that added variety and chase opportunities for collectors. Things like “Team Heroes”, “Top Prospects”, and a “Virtual Season” parallels are more scarce and demand higher prices in top condition. Mint examples can often pull in $15-25 depending on the specific insert.

Rookie cards remained a huge draw for collectors trying to land future stars early. Prominent rookies found in the 1993 Leaf set included Todd Helton, Jason Kendall, Armando Benitez, and Carlos Beltran among others. These fetch around $5-10 in near-mint grade depending on the player’s eventual career success and popularity.

While not considered as premiere of a product as the 1992 Leaf set, the 1993 edition still features many iconic players from the 1990s at different stages in their careers. Grading plays a significant role in pricing, as usual, with higher graded specimens commanding more money from dedicated collectors. Even mid-level cards from established veterans remain collectible and hold value for those chasing complete Leaf sets from the early 1990s period.