1991 Topps Candy Maldonado #544
Candy Maldonado · Topps · Base
Player
Candy Maldonado
Set
1991 Topps Base
Year
1991
Card #
#544
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is significantly shifted to the right (approx 75/25), with evidence of corner softening and possible edge wear from being part of an unsecured stack.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. This is considered a 'common' card from the 'Junk Wax' era (1987-1994) where production numbers were in the millions.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60. Note: Grading costs highy exceed the potential value for this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Recent individual sales for common cards from this set typically range from $0.10 to $0.99, often failing to sell unless bundled. PSA 10 examples of stars from this set occasionally reach $50, but commons rarely trade in high grades.
Description
This 1991 Topps Candy Maldonado card features the outfielder/DH in his Milwaukee Brewers road uniform. The card includes the iconic 'Topps 40 Years of Baseball' logo in the upper left corner. The design features a blue and yellow border scheme matching the Brewers' team colors of the era.
Key Features
Features the '40 Years of Baseball' anniversary logo; depicts a veteran fan-favorite known as 'The Candy Man' during his brief tenure with the Brewers.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. Standard 1991 Topps brown cardstock with matte finish; correct logo colors and typography. High confidence.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering bias; top-left and bottom-left corners show visible whitening/softening; stacking multiple cards without sleeves likely caused surface micro-scratching.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a Milwaukee Brewers team set, a 1991 Topps complete set, or in a bulk 'common' lot on eBay or at a local card show. Not profitable as a single item sale due to shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($15+) is significantly higher than the market value. Best used as a 'filler' for set builders. If selling, group it with other 1991 Topps players to make a viable 'lot' for a collector.