1997 Topps Brian Hunter #495
Brian Hunter · Topps · Base
Player
Brian Hunter
Set
1997 Topps Baseball
Year
1997
Card #
495
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (NM) or PSA 8 (NM-MT) based on visible centering and border wear
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche / Low
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.99 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.99 to $2.00 plus shipping on eBay.
Description
1997 Topps Brian Hunter base card featuring the Detroit Tigers outfielder humorously posing while holding a second base bag wearing a mask. The card features a distinct gold border frame around a black background, with the Topps logo in the upper right corner and the player name printed vertically down the right side.
Key Features
Iconic, humorous 90s photography depicting Brian Hunter stealing a base literally; part of the flagship 1997 Topps Baseball set.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard card stock and printing characteristics of late 1990s Topps issues. High confidence in authenticity; low risk of counterfeiting for this specific player base card.
Flaws to Note
Slight corner softening and standard modern card edge wear consistent with a raw card stored loosely or in a standard binder.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay, or mixed player lots
Selling Tips
Not economical to grade professionally due to low market value. Best sold raw as part of a Detroit Tigers team lot, a humorous/oddball card collection, or individually via eBay standard envelope shipping.