1992 Topps Stadium Club Howard Johnson #604
Howard Johnson · Topps (Stadium Club brand) · Base Card
Player
Howard Johnson
Set
1992 Topps Stadium Club Series 3
Year
1992
Card #
#604
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - The card shows significant surface wear, visible scratching, and minor edge chipping. The centering appears slightly heavy toward the left, and corners show evidence of light softening.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps (Stadium Club brand)
Demand Level
Niche/Low. Demand is primarily limited to set builders or Howard Johnson player collectors. There is a surplus of late 80s/early 90s 'junk wax' era cards in the market.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5.00 - $10.00, PSA 9: $15.00 - $20.00, PSA 10: $45.00 - $65.00 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds market value).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales show raw copies of this card frequently selling for $0.99 with free shipping, or as part of large multi-card bundles where the individual price per card is less than $0.10. High-grade PSA 10 examples occasionally reach $50, but the card pictured would not achieve that grade.
Description
This 1992 Topps Stadium Club card features New York Mets star Howard "HoJo" Johnson holding several bats against the backdrop of Shea Stadium. Known for its premium photography, this card utilizes a full-bleed borderless design with a gold-foil Stadium Club logo in the bottom right corner. The reverse features a high-definition image of Johnson's Topps rookie card and standard career statistics.
Key Features
Features a member of the 1986 World Series champion Mets; iconic early 90s photography-focused design; clean Kodak-style layout; nostalgic appeal for Mets fans.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence genuine. Features authentic 1992 gold-foil stamping which was difficult to replicate at the time; correct card stock thickness with the signature high-gloss 'Stadium Club' finish. This card is not targeted by counterfeiters due to its low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant surface scratching and 'crazing' on the high-gloss finish; visible white chipping along the top and bottom edges due to the borderless dark design; corner wear consistent with unsleeved handling.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Most effectively sold as part of a lot on eBay or Mercari. Local card shop 'dollar bins' or donating to youth organizations are also common for this type of card. Too low in value for major auction houses.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the fee will be 20x the card's worth. Best sold as part of a New York Mets team set or a 'Junk Wax' nostalgia bundle. Ensure it is placed in a penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent further scratching.