1991 Topps Stadium Club Brian Hunter #257
Brian Hunter · Topps (Stadium Club brand) · Base / Rookie Era
Player
Brian Hunter
Set
1991 Topps Stadium Club Series 1
Year
1991
Card #
#257
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). Visible chipping on the top right edge, soft corners (especially top right), and surface scratches typical of high-gloss 1990s card stock.
Category
Base / Rookie Era
Manufacturer
Topps (Stadium Club brand)
Demand Level
Low. Brian Hunter was a respectable player but is not a Hall of Famer or a 'superstar' collector target. Demand is limited to Braves team collectors or 1991 set completists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60. Note: Grading costs significantly exceed the market value for this card.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.50 or less in bulk lots. Recent 'sold' listings for single raw copies often expire with no bids or sell for $1.00 with free shipping (resulting in a loss for the seller).
Description
A classic early 90s design featuring Brian Hunter of the Atlanta Braves. This card belongs to Topps' premium 'Stadium Club' line, known for full-bleed photography, high-gloss finishes, and the gold-foil stamped Stadium Club logo in the bottom left corner. Hunter is shown in a dynamic fielding pose on the dirt.
Key Features
Part of the inaugural 1991 Stadium Club set which revolutionized card photography; notable 'junk wax' era rookie period card for a solid MLB veteran; premium high-gloss finish.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. Features the correct gold-foil stamping depth, Kodak-inspired photo quality on the reverse (not pictured, but standard for set), and correct card stock thickness for 1991 Stadium Club. Not a commonly counterfeited card due to high supply.
Flaws to Note
Significant white chipping along the top edge and top right corner; minor surface scuffing visible in the gloss; card is currently sitting on fabric without protection, which risks further edge wear.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk team lot on eBay, or in a 'commons' bin at a local card show. Individual sale is not recommended due to shipping costs exceeding card value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee (approx. $19+) is much higher than the card's worth. Best used for 'Through The Mail' (TTM) autograph requests or sold in a $0.25 bin. If listing online, use a penny sleeve and top loader immediately.