1993 Topps John Smiley #564
John Smiley · Topps · Base
Player
John Smiley
Set
1993 Topps Series 2
Year
1993
Card #
564
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centered slightly left-to-right (approx 60/40), fairly sharp corners, clean surface.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - This card originates from the 'Junk Wax' era with millions of copies produced. Only highly specialized Reds team set collectors or John Smiley fans seek this specific card.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $4.00 - $8.00; PSA 9: $12.00 - $18.00; PSA 10: $35.00 - $50.00
Comparable Sales
Individual raw copies typically sell in 'nickel' or 'dime' boxes at card shows. Recent eBay sales for bulk lots of 1993 Topps average under $0.05 per card.
Description
This 1993 Topps John Smiley card features the Cincinnati Reds left-hander in his classic Reds pinstripes and red sleeves. The card utilizes the iconic 1993 Topps design with vertical red pinstripe accents at the top and bottom of the inner frame and a team-colored nameplate. The photograph captures Smiley mid-delivery, showcasing the #57 jersey.
Key Features
Features an All-Star pitcher during his tenure with the Cincinnati Reds; part of a nostalgically designed set known for its high print volume.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic card stock with appropriate gloss level for 1993; correct font weights and registration in the Topps logo and nameplate areas. Confidence: High. Not a known counterfeit target.
Flaws to Note
The centering is slightly shifted to the left on the front. There is minor whitening visible on the bottom-right corner. Typical production-era white card stock subject to slight yellowing over time.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a complete 1993 Topps set or a Reds team lot on eBay or Mercari. Individual sales are only viable via COMC or Sportlots due to low value relative to shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will far exceed the market value unless you are certain it is a perfect PSA 10 candidate. For individual sale, use Plain White Envelope (PWE) shipping to keep costs down. Combine with other 1993 Reds cards to increase buyer interest.