1991 Topps Cory Snyder #391
Cory Snyder · Topps · Base
Player
Cory Snyder
Set
1991 Topps Base
Year
1991
Card #
#391
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). The card exhibits decent centering but noticeable edge wear and likely surface micro-scratches from improper storage (lying on denim).
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. This is a common card from the overproduction era. Demand is limited to Cory Snyder player collectors or those completing the 1991 Topps master set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $45-60. Note: Grading costs far exceed the market value for this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies frequently sell for pennies in bulk lots. Recent eBay sales for individual copies often end at $0.99 with free shipping, essentially resulting in a loss for the seller after fees.
Description
A classic 1991 Topps Cory Snyder card featuring the 40th Anniversary logo in the top left corner. Snyder is pictured in his Toronto Blue Jays uniform with his signature mustache and mullet. The design features the iconic 1991 color-coded borders and blue 'Blue Jays' team name banner.
Key Features
Features the Topps 40th Anniversary commemorative logo. Cory Snyder was a popular power hitter of the era, primarily known for his time with the Indians, appearing here in his Blue Jays stint.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card showcases the standard 1991 Topps matte cardstock and dot-matrix printing patterns consistent with mass production. This card is not targeted by counterfeiters due to its high supply.
Flaws to Note
Significant top-heavy centering. Visible whitening on the bottom right corner. The surface appears to have no protection (no penny sleeve), putting it at risk for scratches. Common card from the 'Junk Wax' era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk team set on eBay, or in a 'quarter box' at a local card show. Not recommended for individual sale due to shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee will be 100x the card's value. To maximize value, bundle it with other 1991 Blue Jays or other Cory Snyder cards. Use 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping to keep costs low for the buyer.