1989 Topps Nelson Santovenia #432
Nelson Santovenia · Topps · Base
Player
Nelson Santovenia
Set
1989 Topps
Year
1989
Card #
#432
Condition Grade
PSA 6-7 (EX-MT). Centering is heavily shifted to the right (approx 70/30). Top right corner shows visible softening/white. Edges show minor chipping common for 1989 Topps stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Primarily sought after by player collectors, Expos team collectors, or those completing the 792-card 1989 Topps base set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60. Note: Grading cost exceeds market value for this card.
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw commons from this set typically go for pennies in bulk or $0.99 as individual filler cards. Graded PSA 10 examples of mid-tier players from this set occasionally reach $30-50, but common players often sit unsold.
Description
A classic 1989 Topps base card featuring Montreal Expos catcher Nelson Santovenia. The card features the iconic pink and blue diagonal stripe design with the 'Expos' team name in the top left and player name in the bottom bar. Santovenia is pictured in his red Expos jersey and batting helmet.
Key Features
Features a member of the 1980s Montreal Expos; classic 'junk wax' era design; common card for set builders.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card features the correct matte cardstock, halftone printing pattern, and period-accurate Topps logo. This is not a card that is typically counterfeited due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering bias; top right corner wear; typical cardboard stock edge roughness; potential surface print snow (common for this year).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or Mercari. Individual sale is best suited for COMC or a '10-cent bin' at a local card show or shop.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee will be significantly higher than the card's value. List as part of an Expos team set or a 1989 Topps bulk lot to save on shipping. Use eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracked shipping if sold individually.