1991 Topps Jeff Shaw #359
Jeff Shaw · Topps · Base / Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Jeff Shaw
Set
1991 Topps Base
Year
1991
Card #
#359
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). The centering looks slightly heavy toward the left and bottom (60/40), corners appear relatively sharp for a card of this era, and there is minor visible surface wear on the glossy photo finish.
Category
Base / Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Part of the 'Junk Wax' era (1987-1994) where cards were mass-produced in the millions. Most interest comes from set builders or niche player fans.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $50-75 (Grading is not recommended based on cost vs. value ratio).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw copies are consistently between $0.50 and $1.50 with shipping. A PSA 10 copy sold recently for approximately $45, but higher-grade copies are very difficult to move quickly.
Description
A classic 1991 Topps Jeff Shaw rookie card featuring the relief pitcher in his Montreal Expos uniform mid-windup. The card displays the iconic 1991 Topps design with a colorful piping border and the cursive nameplate at the bottom.
Key Features
Rookie Card of a 2-time MLB All-Star and Rolaids Relief Man Award winner (1997). Key card for Montreal Expos or Cincinnati Reds collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card utilizes the standard 1991 Topps card stock which is a grey/tan pulp. It is not a frequently counterfeited card due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Minor centering issues common for the ‘Junk Wax’ era. Visible white chipping potential on the dark pipe borders and potential for typical cardboard stock aging/yellowing on the back.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a bargain lot), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or in a 25-cent bin at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will far exceed the market value. It is best sold as part of a 1991 Topps complete set or as a 'common' fill-in for team collectors on platforms like eBay using PWE (Plain White Envelope) shipping.