1992 Topps Brian Dorsett #742
Brian Dorsett · Topps · Base
Player
Brian Dorsett
Set
1992 Topps Base
Year
1992
Card #
#742
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy to the right (approx 65/35), corners show minor whitening, and edges have standard factory roughness common for this vintage card stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - This is a common card from a high-production era. Demand is limited to set builders or dedicated Brian Dorsett/Cincinnati Reds completists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.01 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60 (Note: Grading costs significantly exceed current market value for this card)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales show individual 'Junk Wax' base commons like this selling for $0.99 to $1.50 with 'free shipping,' net profit near zero. Graded PSA 10 copies for common players of this era typically settle in the $30-$50 range but take months to sell.
Description
A classic 1992 Topps Brian Dorsett #742 featuring the Cincinnati Reds catcher in his full catcher's gear. The card utilizes the iconic 1992 design with a vibrant red and green border stripe at the bottom. The glossy finish highlights Dorsett with chest protector and mitt in hand, set against a blurred stadium background. This is a standard cardboard stock base card from the 'Junk Wax' era.
Key Features
Features Brian Dorsett in Cincinnati Reds uniform; part of the massive 792-card 1992 Topps base set; classic early 90s design aesthetic.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Correct paper stock weight and texture for 1992 Topps; standard dot-matrix printing pattern visible under magnification in the team logo and name areas. This card is not targeted for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Right-heavy centering; minor corner rounding on bottom left; slight edge chipping on the top white border; typical vintage paper stock surface dullness.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best for eBay (as part of a team set or bulk lot), Sportlots, or COMC (Check Out My Cards). Local Card Shops are unlikely to buy single copies of this card.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card individually as fees will exceed value. Sell as part of a 1992 Topps complete set or a Cincinnati Reds team lot to maximize appeal. Use 'Standard Envelope' shipping on eBay to keep costs under $1.00 for the buyer.