1991 Upper Deck Todd Van Poppel Star Rookie #58
Todd Van Poppel · Upper Deck · Rookie Card (RC), Star Rookie Insert
Player
Todd Van Poppel
Set
1991 Upper Deck High Series / Base
Year
1991
Card #
#58
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) Estimate. Centering appears slightly heavy towards the top and right. Corners show slight softening through the top-loader, and typical white-border chipping common of this era may be present.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Star Rookie Insert
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low/Niche. While iconic for nostalgia, it was mass-produced in the millions. Most demand comes from 'Junk Wax' era set builders or Oakland A's team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10 - $15, PSA 9: $25 - $35, PSA 10: $75 - $100 (Note: PSA 10s are difficult due to high print volume and centering issues).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies frequently sell for under $1 on eBay. PSA 9 copies recently sold in the $20-30 range. PSA 10 copies occasionally reach $80+ due to the difficulty of finding perfect centering in this specific print run.
Description
This 1991 Upper Deck Star Rookie features highly-touted prospect Todd Van Poppel of the Oakland Athletics. The card showcases the classic early-90s Upper Deck design with high-quality photography, white borders, and the iconic 'Star Rookie' logo in the bottom left corner. Van Poppel is pictured in his white home Oakland A’s jersey adjusted his cap. The reverse features a full-color image and biographical stats typical of the premium Upper Deck stock.
Key Features
Iconic 'Star Rookie' logo; a symbol of the peak 'Junk Wax' era hype; featuring a player once considered the top pitching prospect in baseball.
Authenticity Indicators
High Confidence. The card exhibits the standard Upper Deck hologram on the reverse, crisp font printing, and appropriate stock thickness for 1991. Not a commonly counterfeited card due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Oversized right border (off-center L-R); minor corner wear on the top left; possible surface scratches on the high-gloss finish; age-related yellowing of the white card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-term listing, or local card shop dollar bins. Not recommended for major auction houses.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a guaranteed PSA 10, as grading fees exceed the card's market value. Best sold as part of a 1991 Upper Deck 'Star Rookie' set or in a 1990s prospect bulk lot. Use keywords: 'Oakland A's', '90s Rookie', 'Junk Wax Era'.