1994 Topps Barry Bonds Gold '93 Award Winner #400
Barry Bonds · Topps · Parallel, Insert, Award Winner
Player
Barry Bonds
Set
1994 Topps Baseball Gold Parallel
Year
1994
Card #
#400
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 6 (EX-MT) to PSA 7 (Near Mint) due to visible edge wear, slight corner softening, and image blur/focus issues on the card surface.
Category
Parallel, Insert, Award Winner
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Barry Bonds remains a highly collected name among 90s player collectors, though mass production of 1994 Topps keeps individual base/common gold parallels affordable.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $35-50, PSA 10: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this Gold parallel typically fall between $1 and $5. PSA 9 examples have recently sold for approximately $40, while PSA 10 examples command a premium due to the sensitivity of 1994 Topps black borders and gold foil.
Description
This 1994 Topps card features home run king Barry Bonds in a classic San Francisco Giants uniform, seen from behind as he makes a leaping catch at the wall. This is the Gold Parallel version, distinguishable by the gold foil stamping on the '93 Award Winner' logo and the player name bar at the bottom. The card commemorates his 1993 MVP season.
Key Features
Includes the 'Gold' foil parallel designation; features a Hall of Fame-caliber player (Barry Bonds); part of a nostalgic mid-90s Topps set; celebrates his 1993 Award Winning season.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The gold foil stamping is consistent with 1994 Topps Gold production. This specific parallel was high-volume and is rarely counterfeited compared to his high-end rookie cards.
Flaws to Note
The edges show standard white chipping common for 1994 Topps; bottom corners appear slightly soft; surface centering seems okay but the photo itself has a soft focus.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now) or COMC (Check Out My Cards). Due to the low value, it is best sold as part of a 'Bonds Lot' or on a platform that handles low-cost singles efficiently.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a guaranteed PSA 10, as grading fees will far exceed the market value of a mid-grade copy. Use clear, high-resolution photos that show the gold foil shine to distinguish it from the standard base version.