1994 Topps Roberto Hernandez #109
Roberto Hernandez · Topps · Base Card
Player
Roberto Hernandez
Set
1994 Topps Series 1
Year
1994
Card #
109
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Visible corner softening on top right and bottom left, slight top-to-bottom centering bias.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Part of the 'Junk Wax' overflow era with extremely high print runs and limited demand for non-rookie base cards of non-Hall of Fame players.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-50 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card generally fall between $0.50 and $1.00 including shipping. PSA 10 copies are rare but occasionally sell to set registry collectors for approximately $35.
Description
Featured in the 1994 Topps base set, this card showcases Chicago White Sox pitcher Roberto Hernandez in a dynamic follow-through delivery. The card features a standard white border with a distinctive jagged inner frame around the photography and gold-foil lettering for the player's name.
Key Features
Features an All-Star caliber closer for the White Sox; classic 1994 Topps design elements including photography-first layout and gold foil accents.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. Features the era-appropriate Topps card stock, distinct gold foil stamping, and low-resolution dot matrix patterns consistent with mid-90s mass production. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Softening on the white border corners, potential surface scratches visible in high-gloss areas, and common centering issues typical of early 90s Topps production.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a Chicago White Sox team set or a 1994 Topps completion lot on eBay or Mercari. Individually, it is best suited for a 'quarter bin' at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee is significantly higher than the potential sale price. Use as a 'throw-in' for larger trades or list in a bulk White Sox lot to maximize utility.
Notes
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