1991 Topps Mike Timlin Rookie Card #666
Mike Timlin · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Mike Timlin
Set
1991 Topps Base
Year
1991
Card #
#666
Condition Grade
PSA 4 to PSA 5 (VG-EX). The card shows significant heavy centering issues (heavily weighted towards the top and right), soft corners, and visible edge wear along the right border.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. This card was produced during the 'Junk Wax Era' when print runs were in the millions. While Timlin had a solid career, his cards are extremely common and easy to find in high-grade condition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.01 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 9: $10 - $15, PSA 10: $35 - $50. Note: Grading costs for this specific card in this condition would exceed the market value of the card itself.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in local card shop 'junk bins.' Recently, PSA 10 copies have sold between $35 and $50, but copies in this specific raw condition (VG-EX) have no significant individual resale value.
Description
This is a 1991 Topps Mike Timlin rookie card, number 666. The card features a full-action shot of Timlin in mid-pitch wearing his Toronto Blue Jays road uniform. It includes the iconic Topps 40th Anniversary logo in the top left corner, a double-piped border, and the classic 1991 block-lettering team name banner at the bottom. The reverse provides his full minor league stats and biographical information.
Key Features
This is the official Topps rookie card for Mike Timlin, a four-time World Series champion who had a long 18-season career in the MLB. Part of the widely collected 40th Anniversary Topps set.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. The card stock shows the correct grey/tan recycled cardboard typical of 1991 Topps. The printing uses standard CMYK dot patterns consistent with early 90s mass-production. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Major centering issues (heavily shifted top-right), visible softening on the top left and bottom right corners, and minor edge chipping on the right side. The overall eye appeal is lowered by the off-center cut.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Usually sold in bulk 'dime boxes' at local card shows or as part of a complete 1991 Topps set. For individual sales, eBay or COMC are the primary venues, though shipping costs often exceed the card's value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will be significantly higher than the card's worth. Best used as a filler for a team set or a 1991 Topps master set. If selling, list it in a 'pick your card' multi-listing to combine shipping for buyers.