1990 Topps Nick Esasky #147
Nick Esasky · Topps · Base Card
Player
Nick Esasky
Set
1990 Topps Base Set
Year
1990
Card #
#147
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is heavily shifted to the top-left; visible edge chipping on the right/bottom borders; sharp but possibly slightly touched corners.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Specifically appeals to set completers or Red Sox team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60 (Grading costs exceed market value)
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell in bulk lots for pennies. Recent PSA 10 examples of common players from this set sell for $30-$50, but lower grades (PSA 8 or below) rarely sell for more than the cost of the plastic holder.
Description
A classic specimen from the 'Junk Wax Era,' this 1990 Topps Nick Esasky card features the colorful, graphic border design indicative of the set. Esasky is pictured in his Boston Red Sox cap and jersey. The reverse side features career statistics and personal vitals on signature orange/brown Topps cardstock.
Key Features
Features Nick Esasky during his transition to the Boston Red Sox. Part of the iconic 1990 Topps set known for its vibrant neon borders and high production volume.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. The card shows standard 1990 Topps dot-matrix printing patterns and correct cardstock. This card is not targeted by counterfeiters due to its high supply and low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues (OC) with thin borders on the top and left sides. Minor white chipping visible along the blue and yellow borders. The card was mass-produced, leading to common print defects.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk team lot or set on eBay, or placed in a 'quarter bin' at a local card show. Not profitable for individual sale through major auction houses.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value. List it as part of a '1990 Topps Red Sox Team Set' to increase visibility and sell-through likelihood. Use 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping to keep costs down for the buyer.