1991 Topps Reggie Jefferson Rookie Card #486
Reggie Jefferson · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Reggie Jefferson
Set
1991 Topps Base
Year
1991
Card #
#486
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). Centering appears slightly shifted left-to-right (approx 65/35). Top-right corner shows visible softening/whitening. Edges show minor chipping common to the 1991 Topps stock.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Demand is primarily from team collectors (Cleveland Guardians/Indians) or set completionists. Jefferson was a solid major leaguer but lacks the Hall of Fame status required for high demand in this era.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5.00 - $10.00, PSA 9: $15.00 - $20.00, PSA 10: $45.00 - $60.00
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies typically sell for under $1.00 or are found in 10-cent bins. PSA 10 copies have historically sold for $40-$60, but PSA 9 and below often struggle to cover the original cost of the grading slab.
Description
Featured here is the 1991 Topps Reggie Jefferson rookie card, featuring the iconic 40th Anniversary logo in the bottom left corner. The card depicts Jefferson in a defensive stance for the Cleveland Indians. This classic 90s design includes the bold 'Indians' team name banner on the right side and a red pinstripe border motif.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card designation. Features the Topps 40th Anniversary commemorative gold/red logo. High-production era design from the 'Junk Wax' period.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to high production volume and low individual value. Genuine indicators include the specific grainy texture of the 1991 card stock and the distinct red and blue ink saturation.
Flaws to Note
Soft top-right corner. Slight left-to-right centering bias. Minor edge wear. Topps cards from 1991 were printed in massive quantities on brown cardboard stock which is prone to edge chipping and surface dullness.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk lot on eBay, in a 'common' bin at a local card show, or listed on COMC. The cost of shipping often exceeds the value of the single card.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a flawless PSA 10 candidate, as grading fees far exceed the market value for lower grades. If selling, list as part of a 1991 Topps rookie lot or a Cleveland Indians team set. Use a PWE (Plain White Envelope) for shipping to keep costs low for the buyer.