1991 Topps Eric Show #414
Eric Show · Topps · Base
Player
Eric Show
Set
1991 Topps Base
Year
1991
Card #
#414
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is significantly off-top to bottom (approx 90/10), soft corners visible, and edge wear on the right side.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Eric Show is primarily collected by Padres team completionists or 1991 set builders. The 'Junk Wax' era production volume makes this card extremely common.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60 (Grading cost exceeds value for this specific card condition).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk lots. Recent eBay sales for individual raw common cards from this set often fail to sell unless priced at $0.99 with free shipping (meaning the seller loses money on postage).
Description
A classic 1991 Topps card featuring San Diego Padres pitcher Eric Show in his follow-through motion. The card features the 'Topps 40 Years of Baseball' logo in the upper left corner and the iconic multi-colored border design of the early 90s.
Key Features
Features the 40th Anniversary Topps logo; Eric Show was a notable pitcher for the Padres who holds the franchise record for wins.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic wood-pulp card stock typical of 1991 Topps; correct 'star' patterns in the printing ink. No high risk of counterfeits for this specific common player card.
Flaws to Note
Severe top-to-bottom centering issues; the bottom border is nearly non-existent while the top is very thick. Visible whitening and soft corners on the right side. Surface appears slightly dull from storage without protection.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or Mercari. Individual sale is best through COMC (Check Out My Cards) or a local card shop's bargain bin.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value. Group it with other 1991 Topps or Padres cards to save on shipping costs. Use '1991 Topps Padres lot' as a keyword.