1991 Topps Willie McGee #485
Willie McGee · Topps · Base
Player
Willie McGee
Set
1991 Topps Base
Year
1991
Card #
#485
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is noticeably shifted to the right (approx 65/35). Top-right corner appears slightly soft. Surface shows potential handling wear.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Demand is primarily from Willie McGee player collectors or completionists finishing the 1991 set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk lots. PSA 10 examples have sold recently for $40-60, but this specific card's centering would prevent it from achieving that grade.
Description
This 1991 Topps card features San Francisco Giants outfielder Willie McGee in a classic batting stance. The card celebrates Topps' '40 Years of Baseball' anniversary with the commemorative logo in the upper left corner. The design features a multi-colored border and the Giants team name in stylized script at the bottom.
Key Features
Includes the 'Topps 40 Years of Baseball' commemorative logo. Willie McGee was a 1985 NL MVP and 3-time Gold Glove winner, making him a popular player for team and era collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity is high (99%+). This card is from an overproduced era and has no significant counterfeit history. Topps logo, card stock texture, and '40th' logo colors are consistent with 1991 production.
Flaws to Note
Significant rightward centering bias on the front. Visible whitening on the top right corner. Common 'junk wax' era card with extremely high production numbers.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a player lot or set), COMC, or local card shop bulk bins. This card is not financially viable to sell individually due to shipping costs exceeding card value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) far exceeds the market value of the card even in a high grade. Best sold as part of a 'San Francisco Giants' or 'Willie McGee' lot of 10-20 cards to make the shipping cost worthwhile for a buyer.