1992 Topps Duane Ward #198
Duane Ward · Topps · Base
Player
Duane Ward
Set
1992 Topps Base
Year
1992
Card #
#198
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). The card exhibits significant left-to-right centering issues, being heavily weighted to the left. Corners show minor softening, and there appears to be slight edge wear on the right side.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. This is considered a 'common' card from a high-production era. Demand is primarily limited to Blue Jays team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5.00 - $12.00, PSA 9: $15.00 - $25.00, PSA 10: $40.00 - $60.00 (Note: Grading costs would exceed the card's value).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales show individual raw copies selling for under $1.00. PSA 10 examples of mid-tier stars from this set occasionally reach $30-50, but Duane Ward typically sits at the lower end of that spectrum.
Description
A classic 1992 Topps Duane Ward card featuring the Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher in his mid-pitch follow-through. The card design features the iconic 1992 Topps multi-colored border with purple, blue, and pink accents and a grainy texture gradient along the edges. The reverse side (not shown) would contain his statistical record and biographical information.
Key Features
Features a key member of the Blue Jays' back-to-back World Series championship teams (1992-1993). Iconic early 90s junk-era design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. This card is from the 'Junk Wax' era and is not a target for counterfeiting due to high production volume and low individual value. Original card stock and color registration appear consistent with 1992 Topps production.
Flaws to Note
Major left-to-right centering bias (approx 70/30 or worse). Minor white chipping visible on the right edge against the purple border. Surface likely has typical 'junk era' gloss scratches.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC, or local card shop bulk bins. Selling individually on high-fee platforms is not recommended due to shipping costs exceeding card value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading will be significantly higher than the potential resale value. Best sold as part of a 1992 Topps complete set, a Duane Ward player lot, or a Toronto Blue Jays team lot to maximize attractiveness to collectors.