1991 Score Brian Downing #490
Brian Downing · Score · Base Card
Player
Brian Downing
Set
1991 Score
Year
1991
Card #
#490
Condition Grade
PSA 3-4 (VG-EX): Major edge wear, significant corner blunting/whitening, and centering issues on the right border.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Score
Demand Level
Low: This is a common card from the overproduction era and is readily available in bulk lots.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.01 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60 (Note: Grading costs exceed the value of this specific card).
Comparable Sales
Recent individual sales reflect prices of $0.10 to $0.99, often sitting in 'quarter boxes' at local card shows. PSA 10 examples are rare but sell for roughly $40 due to registry collectors.
Description
A 1991 Score baseball card featuring California Angels Designated Hitter Brian Downing in his follow-through swing. The card features a vibrant blue border with green and white accents, characteristic of the 1991 Score flagship design.
Key Features
Features California Angels legend and 1979 All-Star Brian Downing; Iconic 'Junk Wax' era design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity is High; card stock and printing pattern are consistent with early 90s mass-production. This card is not targeted for counterfeiting due to extremely high supply.
Flaws to Note
Heavy white chipping along the top and right blue edges; corners are rounded/softened; centering is shifted toward the right; surface shows common matte finish wear.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a team set or bulk Angels lot on eBay; local garage sales or thrift store donations. Individual sale is not recommended.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. To maximize value, group it with other 1980s-90s Angels players like Nolan Ryan or Jim Abbott to create a 'Team Lot' listing. Use a standard envelope (PWE) to keep shipping costs below $1.00.