1991 Topps Jose Oquendo #443
Jose Oquendo · Topps · Base Card
Player
Jose Oquendo
Set
1991 Topps Base Set
Year
1991
Card #
#443
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy to the top/right; corners appear sharp but edges show standard white chipping common for 1991 card stock.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche (Primarily Cardinals team set collectors or 'junk wax' era enthusiasts).
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.18 as part of 'common' bundles. High-grade PSA 10 copies occasionally reach $50, but sales are infrequent.
Description
A classic 1991 Topps card featuring St. Louis Cardinals utility legend Jose Oquendo, nicknamed 'The Secret Weapon.' The card features the iconic 40th Anniversary Topps logo on the back and a vibrant multi-colored border design on the front. Oquendo is captured in an action base-running pose wearing the Cardinals road grey uniform.
Key Features
Features a beloved St. Louis Cardinals franchise icon; part of the Topps 40th Anniversary year production; iconic early 90s neon design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic card stock with appropriate pulp fiber; correct 'Topps' logo font and 1991 copyright info. High confidence (99%) as this card is not commonly counterfeited due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Centering is off-center (approx 60/40) towards the top right. Minor white chipping visible on the right edge. Typical mass-production surface dimples may be present.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in bulk on eBay as part of a Cardinals team set, or listed on COMC (Check Out My Cards) where low-value singles can sit for long periods at low cost.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a sentimental personal copy; the cost of grading ($19+) far exceeds the market value of the card. Best sold in 'dime boxes' or bundled with other 1991 Cardinals like Ozzie Smith or Ray Lankford.