1991 Topps Jack Howell #527
Jack Howell · Topps · Base
Player
Jack Howell
Set
1991 Topps Base
Year
1991
Card #
#527
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering is slightly left-heavy (approx 65/35), corners appear relatively sharp with minor white showing on the bottom right, surfaces look clean.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - This card is part of the 'Junk Wax Era' where production numbers were in the millions. Demand is limited to team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Individual raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk lots. PSA 10 copies have historically sold in the $30-$50 range to dedicated set collectors, while PSA 9s struggle to cover the cost of the grading slab.
Description
This 1991 Topps Jack Howell card featuring the California Angels displays the iconic 'Topps 40 Years of Baseball' logo in the upper left corner. The card shows Howell in a throwing motion wearing the classic Angels pinstripe jersey. The design includes the bi-color piping border prevalent in the 1991 set.
Key Features
Features the 40th Anniversary Topps logo. Jack Howell was a solid utility player known for his time with the Angels and for being a star in the Japanese Nippon Professional Baseball league.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic card stock with appropriate matte finish for the 1991 Topps release. Confidence: High. These cards are not typically counterfeited due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
The centering is shifted toward the left border. Significant top-to-bottom centering tilt is also visible. Minor corner wear on the bottom right edge. Common 'junk wax era' print dotting may be present upon closer inspection.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC, or Sportlots. Individually, the shipping costs more than the card value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are pursuing a PSA 10 for a personal registry set, as grading fees far exceed market value. Best sold in a California Angels team lot or as part of a complete 1991 Topps set. Use keyword 'California Angels' in the title.