1993 Topps Paul O'Neill #263
Paul O'Neill · Topps · Base Card
Player
Paul O'Neill
Set
1993 Topps Base
Year
1993
Card #
#263
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). Centering is slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40), corners appear sharp but edges show minor white chipping common to '93 Topps card stock.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate to Low. While O'Neill is a fan favorite, this is a mass-produced base card from the 'Junk Wax' era.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $60-85
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.50 to $1.50. PSA 10 examples have recently sold in the $70 range, but PSA 9s struggle to cross the $20 mark.
Description
Featured here is many fans' favorite 'Warrior,' Paul O'Neill, in his first Topps appearance as a New York Yankee. The card captures O'Neill in a full-length classic pinstripe batting stance follow-through. The 1993 Topps design features a multi-colored gradient border and bold team name typography at the bottom.
Key Features
First Topps card featuring O'Neill as a Yankee; Iconic 90s design; High nostalgia value for Yankees collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct card stock texture and thickness; characteristic halftone printing pattern on the player image; correct 1993 copyright information on back. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Right-side centering bias; typical light chipping on the bottom edge; slight surface fading possible from UV exposure.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE listing), COMC, or in bulk/team sets at local card shows.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a guaranteed PSA 10, as grading fees far exceed the value. List as '1993 Topps Paul O'Neill Yankees' and use eBay Standard Envelope for affordable shipping.