1991 Kay-Bee (KB) Toys Baseball's All-Time Greats Mel Ott #21
Mel Ott · Standard Packaging Corp. (USPCC) / marketed by Kay-Bee Toys · Insert / Boxed Set Base
Player
Mel Ott
Set
1991 Kay-Bee Toys Baseball's All-Time Greats
Year
1991
Card #
#21
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). While the centering is decent, there is visible edge chipping and whitening on the green borders, particularly along the top and right edges. The top right corner shows visible wear.
Category
Insert / Boxed Set Base
Manufacturer
Standard Packaging Corp. (USPCC) / marketed by Kay-Bee Toys
Demand Level
Low. Demand is primarily limited to Mel Ott player collectors or those looking to complete the specificKay-Bee set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $60-80 (Note: Grading fees exceed market value for this specific card).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1.00 plus shipping. Full 33-card factory sets in the original box often sell for $5.00 to $10.00.
Description
This 1991 Kay-Bee Toys Mel Ott card features a classic artistic rendering of the Hall of Fame Giants outfielder in his batting stance. The card is characterized by its vibrant green border, yellow inner frame, and 'Baseball's All-Time Greats' banner. The bottom left corner highlights his playing years (1926-1947).
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame legend Mel Ott; part of a nostalgic retail-exclusive set sold through the now-defunct Kay-Bee Toys chain.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. The card uses standard early-90s cardboard stock with flat lithographic printing. Confidence: High. This card is not targeted by counterfeiters due to its high production volume and low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant edge wear and chipping on the sensitive green borders; minor corner rounding on the top right; small surface specks visible in the green field.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with low-cost shipping) or COMC (Check Out My Cards). It is best sold as part of a lot of other Mel Ott cards or as a complete Kay-Bee set.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading will far exceed the final sale price. Use an 'eBay Standard Envelope' for shipping to keep costs under $1.00 for the buyer. Mention 'Hall of Fame' and 'NY Giants' in the title.