1990 Topps Luis Salazar #159
Luis Salazar · Topps · Base
Player
Luis Salazar
Set
1990 Topps Base Set
Year
1990
Card #
#159
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is visibly shifted toward the left and top; corners show slight softening; edges show minor white chipping.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - This is a common card from a mass-produced era. Demand is primarily limited to Cubs team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5.00 - $10.00; PSA 9: $15.00 - $20.00; PSA 10: $45.00 - $65.00
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies typically range from $0.50 to $1.50 including shipping. PSA 10 copies have sold for approximately $50, but reaching that grade is unlikely for this specific specimen.
Description
This 1990 Topps Luis Salazar card features the Cubs third baseman in a classic blue uniform. The design is iconic for its colorful borders and dotted side patterns. The card front shows Salazar from the chest up with the Chicago stadium in the background. It is a quintessential 'Junk Wax' era card.
Key Features
Features a fan-favorite veteran player from the Chicago Cubs; part of the historically significant 1990 Topps set known for its vibrant 'neon' graphics.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card stock is the standard brown/gray cardboard used by Topps in 1990. The 'Junk Wax' era cards are rarely counterfeited due to high supply and low individual value.
Flaws to Note
Significant left-to-right centering issues (heavily weighted to the left); rounding on bottom-left corner; visible white chipping on the top and right edges; potential surface scratches from being in a loose stack.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team lot or set), COMC (for long-term inventory), or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card individually as the grading fees ($19+) far exceed the market value. It is best sold as part of a 1990 Topps complete set or a Chicago Cubs player lot to maximize shipping efficiency and buyer interest. Use 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping for low-value sales.