1992 Topps Stadium Club Willie Blair #358
Willie Blair · Topps (Stadium Club) · Base Card
Player
Willie Blair
Set
1992 Topps Stadium Club
Year
1992
Card #
#358
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) - Estimated. Visible chipping on top and bottom edges, soft corners, and typical high-gloss surface scratches associated with Stadium Club stock from this era.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps (Stadium Club)
Demand Level
Low / Niche. This is a common card from the 'junk wax' era. Demand is primarily limited to Willie Blair fans, Houston Astros team collectors, or those attempting to complete a total 1992 Stadium Club set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $40-60 (Value predominantly tied to set registry collectors; grading costs would far exceed the market value).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of common 1992 Stadium Club singles typically range from $0.50 to $1.50 (including shipping) on eBay. PSA 10 copies of similar commons inconsistently sell for $20-$40, but there is no recent data for a graded Blair.
Description
This 1992 Topps Stadium Club card features pitcher Willie Blair of the Houston Astros. The card showcases the high-quality, full-bleed photography that defined the Stadium Club brand in the early 90s, featuring a kneeling portrait of Blair in the iconic rainbow-shoulder Astros jersey. The bottom left features the classic Stadium Club foil logo and player name plate.
Key Features
Iconic 'Rainbow' Houston Astros uniform; high-gloss Kodachrome photography; nostalgic 90s design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The logo foil printing, card stock thickness, and the high-gloss finish are consistent with mass-produced 1992 Topps products. This card is not targeted for counterfeiting due to its low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant white chipping along the top edge; visible wear on the bottom left corner near the nameplate; standard centering issues with full-bleed borders; surface likely has minor 'bricking' scuffs from being in a stack.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team lot or bulk set), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or local card shop 'bargain bins'. It is not worth the fees to list as a single item on most platforms.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading ($19+) significantly exceeds its value. To maximize profit, combine it with other Houston Astros cards from the early 90s and sell as a 'Team Lot'. If shipping as a single, use a plain white envelope (PWE) to keep costs low for the buyer.