1991 Topps Orel Hershiser #445
Orel Hershiser · Topps · Base
Player
Orel Hershiser
Set
1991 Topps Base
Year
1991
Card #
#445
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). Centering is noticeably off-top (heavy top border), corners show slight rounding, and there is visible surface wear and soft edges representative of the junk wax era card stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. While Hershiser is a fan favorite, this specific card was mass-produced in the millions and is widely available in bulk quantities.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60. Note: Grading costs far exceed the market value for this specific card unless it is a guaranteed PSA 10.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales show individual raw copies of this card selling for $0.99 with free shipping (effectively a net loss for the seller). High-grade PSA 10 copies occasionally reach $50, but PSA 8 and below rarely sell as standalone items.
Description
A classic 1991 Topps Orel Hershiser card featuring the 'Topps 40 Years of Baseball' anniversary logo in the upper left corner. Hershiser is depicted in his iconic Los Angeles Dodgers home white uniform and blue cap, holding up one finger. The card features the signature 1991 multi-colored piping border and the Dodgers team name in a ribbon banner at the bottom.
Key Features
Includes the 40th Anniversary Topps logo; features a Dodgers legend and 1988 World Series MVP; nostalgic 'Junk Wax' era design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is an original card on recycled gray cardboard stock typical of 1991 Topps. This card is not targeted by counterfeiters due to its extremely high supply and low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant top-heavy centering issue (the top white border is much thicker than the bottom). Visible whitening on the corners and edges. The image quality appears slightly dull, which is common for this high-volume print run.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a Los Angeles Dodgers team set or a bulk player lot on eBay. Individual sale is not recommended as shipping costs will exceed the card's value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the return on investment is negative given the condition and population. If selling, list it in a 'Lot' with other Hershiser or 1990s Dodgers cards. Use 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping for $1 or less to remain competitive.