1992 Topps Geronimo Pena #316
Geronimo Pena · Topps · Base
Player
Geronimo Pena
Set
1992 Topps Base
Year
1992
Card #
#316
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering is slightly off-center left-to-right (approx 65/35). Top-right corner shows minor white micro-chipping. Surface appears clean with vibrant gloss.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Niche. Highly desired by collectors who specialize in 'Great Photography' or 'Action Shot' subsets, but low demand as a player investment.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Ungraded copies typically sell for pennies in bulk lots. PSA 10 copies have historically sold for $40-55 due to the difficulty of finding perfectly centered copies of this specific action photo.
Description
This 1992 Topps Geronimo Pena features one of the most iconic and visually dynamic photography shots of the early 90s. The card captures the Cardinals second baseman mid-air, appearing to jump over a Dodgers baserunner at second base. The card features the classic 1992 Topps white border with multi-colored piping and a script-style name font.
Key Features
Famous high-action photography; Iconic 'Jumping' shot; Key card for 'unusual photo' collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic brick-red cardboard stock characteristic of early 90s Topps; Correct 'Topps' logo font and gloss level. High confidence. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Left-to-right centering is heavy on the left border. Slight corner wear on the top right. Common mass-produced stock often has faint print lines in the blue background.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or low-cost individual listing), COMC for long-term storage, or Sportlots for completionists.
Selling Tips
Selling this card individually is rarely profitable due to shipping costs exceeding card value. Best sold as part of a 1992 Topps team set or a 'Greatest Action Shots' thematic bundle. If selling individually, use 'eBay Standard Envelope' to keep shipping costs under $1.00.