1991 Topps Paul Assenmacher #514
Paul Assenmacher · Topps · Base
Player
Paul Assenmacher
Set
1991 Topps Base Set
Year
1991
Card #
#514
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 6-7 (EX-MT). While surface looks decent, there is visible edge wear, chipping on the blue inner border, and top-to-bottom centering is slightly off (bottom-heavy).
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. This is a common card from a mass-produced era; primary interest would be from Cubs team set collectors or Paul Assenmacher fans.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $50-75 (Note: Grading cost exceeds the value for this specific player/card)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw 1991 Topps commons frequently occur in bulk lots where the price per card is less than $0.10. High-grade (PSA 10) examples of stars from this set sell for premiums, but common players like Assenmacher rarely sell individually unless graded 10.
Description
This 1991 Topps Paul Assenmacher card features the left-handed specialist in his classic Chicago Cubs pinstripe home uniform. The design commemorates Topps' 40th Anniversary with the iconic logo in the top left corner. This is a quintessential 'Junk Wax' era card with a colorful red and blue border design.
Key Features
Includes the Topps 40th Anniversary commemorative logo; features a solid MLB veteran reliever; classic 1990s color scheme.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Correct card stock thickness and porous 'gray/brown' cardboard back typical of the era. This card is not a target for counterfeiting due to high print volume.
Flaws to Note
Softness in the bottom right corner; minor chipping on the blue border lines; top-to-bottom centering is approximately 65/35; standard rough-cut edges typical of 1991 Topps card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay, or through a platform like COMC (Check Out My Cards). Individual shipping costs usually exceed the card's market value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee is significantly higher than the market value. It is best sold in a '1991 Topps Team Set' or a bulk lot of 1990s Cubs players. If listing on eBay, use the eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping.