1990 Topps Dave Stieb #525
Dave Stieb · Topps · Base
Player
Dave Stieb
Set
1990 Topps Baseball
Year
1990
Card #
#525
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). The card exhibits noticeable top-to-bottom centering issues (bottom heavy) and visible corner softening on the top right. Surface appears clean, and edges seem standard for the era.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate to Low. While Stieb has a dedicated fan base (especially among Blue Jays collectors), the 1990 Topps set was mass-produced in the millions, making this a very common card.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $150-200. Note: Grading costs usually exceed the value of this card unless it is a guaranteed PSA 10.
Comparable Sales
Individual raw copies generally sell for under $1.00 or are found in $0.25 cent bins. Recent PSA 10 examples have sold for roughly $150, but PSA 9s often sell for less than the cost of the grading fee.
Description
This 1990 Topps Dave Stieb card features the legendary Blue Jays right-hander in his classic follow-through pitching motion. The card is instantly recognizable by the 1990 Topps 'static' or 'speckle' border design in purple and white, with the blue and orange 'Blue Jays' team banner at the top left. Stieb is shown in his road grey Toronto uniform with a red glove.
Key Features
Features one of the most dominant pitchers of the 1980s and early 90s. Iconic junk-wax era design. Dave Stieb has seen a resurgence in hobby interest due to recent documentaries highlighting his Hall of Fame-caliber career statistics.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic card stock with appropriate thickness for 1990 Topps. Printing dots in the halftone photo are consistent with period production. Confidence: High (this card is rarely counterfeited due to high production volume).
Flaws to Note
Significant bottom-heavy centering; the bottom border is much thinner than the top. Slight softening on the corners, particularly the top right. Likely some light edge wear visible under magnification. Common print dots may be present in the purple border areas.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a team lot or set on eBay, or sold individually through COMC. Grading is only recommended if the card is flawlessly centered and sharp (potential PSA 10 candidate).
Selling Tips
List as part of a 'Toronto Blue Jays 1990s Lot' to maximize shipping efficiency. Use high-resolution scans to show the centering clearly. For individual sale, use a 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping method to keep costs lower than the card's value.