1990 Topps Dave Martinez #474
Dave Martinez · Topps · Base Card
Player
Dave Martinez
Set
1990 Topps Base Set
Year
1990
Card #
#474
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Visible top-right corner softening, heavy left-side centering bias (approx 70/30), and raw edges typical of junk-era card stock.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. This is a common card from the 'Junk Wax' era. Demand is primarily from Expos team collectors or fans of Martinez as a manager.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current value for this specific card condition).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies routinely sell for under $1 in bulk lots. PSA 10 copies have sold for $40-60, but this specific card would likely not achieve that grade due to centering and corner wear.
Description
A classic 1990 Topps baseball card featuring Dave Martinez of the Montreal Expos in his batting stance. The card features the iconic multi-colored 1990 border design with a red and orange dotted gradient and 'Expos' team name in the top left corner. The reverse features career statistics and personal information on traditional brown cardstock.
Key Features
Features Dave Martinez in the classic Montreal Expos uniform. Martinez is highly recognized today as the World Series-winning manager of the Washington Nationals.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. This card is mass-produced and not a target for counterfeiting. Card stock shows the correct thickness and matte finish common for 1990 Topps.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues, particularly the thick white border on the left compared to the thin right. Softening of the top right corner. General 'fuzzy' edges characteristic of the 1990 Topps production run.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay, in a 'dime box' at a local card show, or donated. Individual sale is not cost-effective due to shipping fees.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee will be 20x the market value. List as a 'Common' or include in a bulk manager/Expos lot to move efficiently. Use plain white envelope (PWE) shipping for the lowest cost to the buyer.