1991 Topps Desert Shield Frank Howard #564
Frank Howard · Topps · Insert / Commemorative
Player
Frank Howard
Set
1991 Topps Topps Collectors' Series (Reprint / Commemorative)
Year
1991
Card #
Not visible
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (NM) - Centering appears slightly heavy on the right side, with sharp corners and clean edges, minimal surface wear visible on the white border.
Category
Insert / Commemorative
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate - Mostly appeals to player collectors of Frank Howard, Washington Senators fans, or collectors building the specific 1990s Topps insert set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5-10, PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $20-30
Comparable Sales
Similar vintage insert cards and 1990s Topps subset cards of Frank Howard typically sell raw for $1 to $3 on eBay.
Description
This is a vintage-style commemorative insert card featuring Frank Howard of the Washington Senators, produced as part of the Topps Collectors' Series. The card features a wood-grain border design mimicking classic 1960s baseball cards, with 'TOPPS COLLECTORS' SERIES' at the top, 'ALL-TIME RECORD HOLDER' above the player nameplate, and a yellow nameplate at the bottom identifying Frank Howard and the Washington Senators. The image shows Howard holding a bat in a Senators uniform.
Key Features
Features legendary slugger Frank Howard in his Washington Senators uniform with a classic vintage wood-grain border design popular among retro-themed insert sets.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. Standard Topps card stock and modern print quality consistent with 1990s retro insert releases. Not a heavily counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-heavy centering on the front border. Minor corner softening under close inspection.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or COMC are the best platforms for selling low-to-mid tier vintage insert cards.
Selling Tips
Sell raw as a single or lot unless you are looking to complete a personal collection. Shipping should be done securely in a penny sleeve, top loader, and team bag inside a rigid mailer.