1991 Topps Darryl Kile Rookie Card #394
Darryl Kile · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Darryl Kile
Set
1991 Topps Base
Year
1991
Card #
#394
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) Estimated. The centering is significantly off-top-to-bottom and left-to-right. Visible edge wear and soft corners are present on the card stack.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Darryl Kile was a beloved player, but this card was produced in millions and is widely available in better condition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60 (Note: Grading cost exceeds the value of this specific card)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.50 to $1.50 with shipping. PSA 10 copies sold for approximately $45-55 in 2023, while PSA 9s struggle to sell above $15.
Description
Featured is the 1991 Topps rookie card of Houston Astros pitcher Darryl Kile. The card features a clear color portrait of Kile in his classic Astros navy uniform with the 'Topps 40 Years of Baseball' logo in the upper left corner. The bottom border features the classic 1991 color-coded name bar.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card of the 3-time All-Star pitcher. Features the iconic 40th anniversary Topps logo. Part of the high-production 'Junk Wax' era.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. This card is not generally faked due to its high production volume. Genuine indicators include the specific pulp-paper stock and the 'Topps' logo typography and gloss level.
Flaws to Note
Obvious centering issues (very heavy on the bottom and right borders). Visible whitening on the right edge. Soft corners are evident from the way the cards are stacked. Typical 'factory-cut' rough edges of 1991 Topps stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in bulk lots on eBay or Mercari. Individual sale is best through COMC to save on shipping costs, or as part of a 'common' bin at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) is significantly higher than the market value of the card. Combine it with other 1991 Topps stars or Astros team sets to increase appeal. Use an eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping if sold individually.