1991 Topps Dave Martinez #434
Dave Martinez · Topps · Base Card
Player
Dave Martinez
Set
1991 Topps Base
Year
1991
Card #
#434
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) Estimated. The centering is favorited toward the bottom and left (approx 40/60). Corners appear relatively sharp, but typical 1991 card stock often exhibits micro-chipping on the edges visible under magnification.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Primarily sought by team collectors, 1991 set completionists, or fans of Martinez's managing career.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $75-100
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk lots. Recent 'Buy It Now' listings for single raw copies on eBay range from $0.99 to $1.50 with free shipping (PWE).
Description
A classic 1991 Topps Dave Martinez card featuring the Montreal Expos outfielder. The design includes the iconic 'Topps 40 Years of Baseball' logo in the upper left corner and the team name in a stylized bubble font at the bottom right. Martinez is shown in a red Expos warmup jersey with the team's 'M' logo cap.
Key Features
Includes the 40th Anniversary Topps logo; features Dave Martinez, who later found fame as the World Series-winning manager of the Washington Nationals; nostalgic 'junk wax' era design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic paper stock texture; correct color saturation; accurate 1991 Topps border design. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Significant bottom-heavy centering; minor edge roughness on the right side; common 'ink hickeys' or print dots often found in this set may be present under closer inspection.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC, or local card shop bulk bins. Not recommended for individual sale on high-end auction houses.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are pursuing a PSA 10 'Registry' set, as grading fees far exceed the card's value. List as part of a 'Washington Nationals/Expos' manager lot or a '1991 Topps' team set to maximize interest.