1991 Topps Denny Martinez #216
Denny Martinez · Topps · Base
Player
Denny Martinez
Set
1991 Topps Base
Year
1991
Card #
#216
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Visible top-to-bottom centering issues (64/36 estimate), soft upper right corner, and minor surface snow/print defects typical of the period.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. While Martinez was an All-Star and pitched a perfect game in this specific year (1991), this card was produced in millions of copies, making it very common.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Raw copies frequently sell for under $1 on eBay. Recent PSA 10 examples have sold for $30-$50, but achieving that grade with this specific copy's centering is unlikely.
Description
A classic 1991 Topps Denny Martinez card featuring the Montreal Expos legend in a red practice jersey. The card displays the iconic 1991 Topps neon-inspired borders with blue/purple dot patterns and a bold Expos team header. The reverse features player stats and a 'Topps 40th Anniversary' commemorative logo.
Key Features
Features Denny 'El Presidente' Martinez, the first Nicaraguan-born player in MLB history; representative of the 'Junk Wax' era of collecting; 40th Anniversary logo on reverse.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. This is a common card from the mass-production era; it is not a target for counterfeiting. Card stock shows correct gray-cardboard composition for 1991.
Flaws to Note
Oversized top border (unbalanced centering), softening on the top right corner, and minor white chipping visible along the right blue edge. Minor print speckling on the surface.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of an Expos team set or Martinez player lot), COMC, or in person at a local card show 'dollar box.'
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee is significantly higher than the final value. It is best sold as part of a lot with other 1991 Topps cards or Montreal Expos memorabilia to save on shipping costs.