1992 Topps Kevin Young Rookie Card #382
Kevin Young · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Kevin Young
Set
1992 Topps Base
Year
1992
Card #
#382
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 8 (NM-MT). Centering is slightly heavy to the left (approx 60/40); top-right corner shows trace whitening; edges appear clean; surface shows high gloss typical of 90s Topps.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Demand is primarily limited to Pittsburgh Pirates team collectors, Kevin Young fans, or set builders. The 'Junk Wax' era provenance means there is a massive surviving supply.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15; PSA 9: $20-30; PSA 10: $75-100
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.50 to $1.50 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have historically sold in the $60-$90 range, but transactions are infrequent.
Description
A classic 1992 Topps Rookie Card featuring Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Kevin Young. The card depicts an action shot of Young sliding head-first into a base, kicking up a cloud of dust. The design features the iconic 1992 Topps color-block border with green and gold accents and the 'Topps' logo in the upper right. The back includes full minor league statistics up to 1991.
Key Features
True Rookie Card (RC) of a long-time Pittsburgh Pirates staple and 1990s fan favorite. Features the iconic 1990s color-gradient border design.
Authenticity Indicators
High Confidence. The card stock is the standard grey/brown cardstock used by Topps in 1992. The printing uses a visible dot matrix pattern under magnification. It is not a high-target card for counterfeiters due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
The card is slightly off-center toward the left border. There is a microscopic touch of wear on the upper-right corner. Common to this set, the card stock can occasionally show 'fish eyes' or print snow, though this example appears relatively clean.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a 'Buy It Now' with 'Standard Envelope' shipping ($1.11), or on COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-term inventory management. Bulk sale in a Pirates team lot is also a viable option.
Selling Tips
Grading is generally not recommended for this card unless it is a guaranteed PSA 10, as the grading fee ($19+) exceeds the raw value. Use high-resolution scans to show the sharp edges. Include 'RC' and 'Pirates' in the title to attract team collectors.