1991 Topps Les Lancaster #583
Les Lancaster · Topps · Base Card
Player
Les Lancaster
Set
1991 Topps Base Set
Year
1991
Card #
#583
Condition Grade
PSA 6-7 (EX-MT) - Visible top-to-bottom centering issues, soft bottom right corner, and rough cut edges common for this era.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche. Part of the 'Junk Wax' era where millions were produced. Primary demand comes from Cubs team set collectors or '91 Topps set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.01 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10.00-15.00, PSA 9: $20.00-30.00, PSA 10: $75.00-100.00 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current value).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $0.10 to $0.25 in local card shop 'penny bins' or as part of larger collections where the average price per card is less than one cent.
Description
This 1991 Topps card features Chicago Cubs pitcher Les Lancaster in his signature windup. The card features the classic 40th Anniversary Topps logo. The design includes a multi-colored border with the 'Cubs' team name in the top left and the player name in a blue bar at the bottom.
Key Features
1991 Topps 40th Anniversary logo, classic early 90s design, nostalgic 'Junk Wax' era collectible.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Correct paper stock (grey/brown cardboard back), correct color saturation, and the specific Topps glossy finish. This card is not targeted for counterfeiting due to its high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Significant bottom-heavy centering; the white border at the bottom is noticeably thicker than the top. Bottom right corner shows minor rounding/wear. General edge roughness consistent with factory cutting from 1991.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk lot on eBay, in a 'Picks' box at a local card show, or donated. Individual sale is not cost-effective due to shipping fees.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading will never be recovered. If selling, group it with other 1991 Topps Cubs or other Chicago pitchers to create a more attractive lot for a team collector. Use '1991 Topps Cubs Team Set' as a keyword.