1991 Upper Deck Todd Van Poppel Star Rookie #1
Todd Van Poppel · Upper Deck · Rookie Card (Star Rookie Subset)
Player
Todd Van Poppel
Set
1991 Upper Deck Base Set
Year
1991
Card #
#1
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly heavy to the right; corners show minor softening based on image resolution.
Category
Rookie Card (Star Rookie Subset)
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low - Niche. While nostalgic for collectors who grew up in the early 90s, the high supply and the player's career performance keep demand low.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-25, PSA 10: $60-80 (Note: Grading costs usually exceed market value)
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for $0.25 to $1.00 on eBay (often with free shipping or in lots). PSA 9 copies have recently sold for $15-22. PSA 10 copies fluctuate between $50 and $85 depending on listing timing.
Description
This iconic 1991 Upper Deck Todd Van Poppel rookie card features the highly-touted pitching prospect in his Oakland Athletics home white uniform. The card showcases the classic clean 1991 Upper Deck design with the 'Star Rookie' logo in the bottom left corner and the Upper Deck '91 hologram on the reverse. A staple of the 'Junk Wax' era, this card represents one of the most hyped prospects of the early 90s.
Key Features
First card in the 1991 Upper Deck set; iconic 'Star Rookie' branding; once considered the most valuable card in the hobby during the summer of 1991.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine Upper Deck card stock; presence of the anti-counterfeit diamond hologram on the back; crisp typography and high-resolution photo printing typical of the era. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Oversaturation/High Print Run; top-right corner shows slight wear; centering on the white borders is off-center (Right-heavy). Surface is prone to minor scratches typical for high-gloss 90s Upper Deck stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a bulk lot), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or local card shop 'dollar' bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a perfect PSA 10 for a personal collection, as grading fees will exceed the card's value. List as part of a '1991 Upper Deck Star Rookie' lot with Chipper Jones to increase chances of sale.