2006 Topps '52 Style Fernando Cortez Rookie Card #151
Fernando Cortez · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Fernando Cortez
Set
2006 Topps '52 Style
Year
2006
Card #
#151
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly heavy on the right; surface shows a visible glare/scuff in the center that may be on the protective sheet or the card itself.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Fernando Cortez had a very brief MLB career, making this a common rookie card primarily sought by team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $50-75 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current market value)
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common players in this set typically range from $0.25 to $1.50 plus shipping. Graded copies of non-star players from this set rarely appear at auction as they are not economically viable to slab.
Description
This is a 2006 Topps '52 Style rookie card featuring Fernando Cortez of the Kansas City Royals. The design pays homage to the legendary 1952 Topps set, featuring a white border, a team logo in a square box, and a facsimile signature. The top right corner includes the 'Topps 52 Rookie Card' logo.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card designation; iconic 1952 Topps heritage design throwback; classic facsimile signature feature.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct card stock thickness for 2006 Topps heritage-style products; clear '52 Rookie Card' logo; accurate Topps logo and color reproduction. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-to-left centering bias on the front; potential surface scuffing visible in the center (camera flash makes it hard to distinguish from the binder sleeve); minor whitening possible on reverse corners.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as part of a 'Royals Team Lot' or '2006 Rookie Lot'. Also suitable for COMC (Check Out My Cards) for set builders.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading significantly exceeds its market value. Use high-resolution scans out of the plastic page to show the surface clearly. List as part of a lot to save on shipping costs.