1992 Topps Tim Belcher #589
Tim Belcher · Topps · Base
Player
Tim Belcher
Set
1992 Topps Base
Year
1992
Card #
#589
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40), corners show minor touch of white, edges appear clean.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Primarily of interest to Reds team collectors or fans of the 1992 Topps design set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60 (Value predominantly comes from registry set collectors)
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in local card shop 'quarter bins'. Recent eBay sales show lots of 1992 Topps cards selling for $5-10 for 50-100 cards.
Description
This 1992 Topps Tim Belcher card features a classic action shot of the Cincinnati Reds pitcher in his home pinstripes, mid-delivery. The iconic '92 design includes colorful vertical stripes on the top and bottom borders and the team logo in the bottom right corner.
Key Features
Features 1988 World Series champion and 15-game winner Tim Belcher in his Cincinnati Reds uniform. Part of the high-production 'Junk Wax' era.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic paper stock texture for the era, correct 1992 Topps copyright logos on reverse, and pixelation-free lithographic printing. This card is not targeted by counterfeiters.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-side centering bias. Minimal white showing on the bottom left corner tip. Standard horizontal print line common in 90s Topps card stock might be present under magnification.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay, or through a high-volume platform like COMC if sent in bulk. Individual sale is not recommended due to shipping costs exceeding card value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are pursuing a PSA 10 for a personal master set; the grading fees will far outweigh the market value. Use 'Non-Machinable' PWE (Plain White Envelope) for shipping to keep costs low for buyers.