1991 Topps Stadium Club Alex Cole #182
Alex Cole · Topps (Stadium Club) · Base Card / Rookie Year
Player
Alex Cole
Set
1991 Topps Stadium Club Series 1
Year
1991
Card #
#182
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). Surface shows typical glossy coating wear; corners exhibit slight softening; centering appears slightly shifted to the right.
Category
Base Card / Rookie Year
Manufacturer
Topps (Stadium Club)
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Demand is limited to Cleveland team collectors or enthusiasts of the 1991 Stadium Club set and its unique photography.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $75-125 (Note: Low population for high grades due to lack of submissions).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $1 on platforms like COMC or in dollar bins at card shows. PSA 10 specimens occasionally sell in the $100 range to registry set collectors, but such sales are infrequent.
Description
A classic early 90s visual, this 1991 Stadium Club card features Cleveland Indians outfielder Alex Cole in his signature protective goggles mid-swing. The card design is borderless, full-bleed photography, which was revolutionary for the time. The Topps Stadium Club logo sits in the bottom right corner in a gold-foil embossed cup style.
Key Features
Iconic full-bleed photography synonymous with the Stadium Club brand; Alex Cole's distinctive goggles; nostalgic value for early 90s Cleveland baseball collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Correct foil application in the logo; card stock thickness is consistent with 1991 Stadium Club production. This card is not subject to known counterfeiting due to its common status.
Flaws to Note
A common 'condition sensitive' set where the glossy finish is prone to surface scratches and 'bricking' (sticking to other cards). Visible softening on the bottom left corner and minor white chipping on the right edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a 'Buy It Now' with a shipping option like eBay Standard Envelope, or as part of a bulk Cleveland Indians team set/lot.
Selling Tips
Grading is not recommended as the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value of the card. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent the glossy surface from sticking to other items or scratching. Best sold as part of a larger collection or 'Junk Wax' era bundle.