1991 Topps Juan Samuel #708
Juan Samuel · Topps · Base Card
Player
Juan Samuel
Set
1991 Topps Base Set
Year
1991
Card #
#708
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is significantly shifted to the right (approx 75/25); bottom right corner shows visible softening; surface has numerous micro-scratches and fingerprint oils under direct light.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - This is considered a 'common' card from the Junk Wax era. Demand is limited to Dodgers team collectors or those completing set runs.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $40-60 (Note: Grading costs far exceed current market value for this specific player/grade combination).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card consistently fall under $1.00, often sold as part of 10-25 card lots for $5.00-$8.00 total. High-grade PSA 10 copies occasionally reach $40, but this specific card would not meet that grading threshold.
Description
A classic piece of 1990s baseball nostalgia, this 1991 Topps Juan Samuel #708 features the Dodgers second baseman in a full-extension swing against a blurred stadium background. The card features the iconic 'Topps 40 Years of Baseball' logo in the upper left corner and the cursive-style Dodgers team logo at the bottom. The bright yellow borders and multi-colored piping represent the peak of the 'Junk Wax' era design aesthetic.
Key Features
Includes the 40th Anniversary Topps logo; depicts 3-time All-Star Juan Samuel during his stint with the Los Angeles Dodgers; classic 1991 design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. The card stock is the standard brown recycled chipboard used by Topps in 1991. The color registration and dot-matrix patterns are consistent with mass-production from this era. Confidence: High (This card is not typically counterfeited due to high supply).
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering bias; soft lower-right corner; edge chipping on the top border; noticeable surface glare suggesting potential scuffing or oils from handling without a sleeve.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for bulk lots on eBay, 'Dimes/Quarters' boxes at local card shows, or as a set-filler on COMC. Selling as a single item online is difficult due to shipping costs higher than the card value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) is significantly higher than the market value of the card even in a high grade. To maximize value, include it in a '1991 Topps Dodgers Team Set' bundle. If listing, use 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping for $1.00 or less to remain competitive.