1990 Topps Jose Uribe #21
Jose Uribe · Topps · Base
Player
Jose Uribe
Set
1990 Topps Base Set
Year
1990
Card #
#21
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near-Mint)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. While it is a common 'junk wax' era card, it has a niche surrounding internet memes regarding fraudulent high-priced listings, which keeps it in the public eye more than most commons.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $35-50, PSA 10: $150-250
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1.00 or less in lots. A PSA 10 recently sold for approximately $180, but lower grades (PSA 8-9) rarely exceed $20-40 because the grading fees represent most of the value.
Description
1990 Topps Jose Uribe #21. This classic card features the San Francisco Giants shortstop in his home jersey against a vibrant green and blue background. The card design is quintessential '90s with the colorful piping and diagonal nameplate. Perfect for a team set collector or Giants fan.
Key Features
San Francisco Giants fan favorite; iconic 1990 Topps border design; often cited in internet 'error card' myths which ironically increased its notoriety among casual collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. Card stock is standard brown cardboard typical of 1990 Topps. No evidence of bleaching or modern digital printing. This is a common card not typically forged for profit.
Flaws to Note
The card appears top-heavy with centering slightly biased towards the bottom margin. Visible surface debris and white chipping on the right edge. Bottom left corner shows slight softening. Potential print snowy surface typical of 1990 Topps stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best option for low-value singles. It can also be sold as part of a 1990 Topps team set or a bulk lot to local collectors. Mercari or COMC are secondary options.
Selling Tips
Do not fall for the internet rumors that this card is worth thousands of dollars due to an 'error'. List it accurately as a base common. For maximum value, bundle it with other 1990 Giants stars like Will Clark or Kevin Mitchell. Use a standard envelope (eBay Standard Envelope) for low-cost shipping.