1991 Topps Stadium Club Juan Samuel #142
Juan Samuel · Topps · Base
Player
Juan Samuel
Set
1991 Topps Stadium Club
Year
1991
Card #
142
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Corners appear sharp, centering is slightly heavy to the right side, edges are clean with minor chipping typical of the era, and the surface gloss is intact with no major scratches visible through the sleeve.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Primarily of interest to set builders, team collectors, and 1990s nostalgia collectors rather than high-end investors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10 - $15, PSA 9: $15 - $25, PSA 10: $50 - $75
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common 1991 Topps Stadium Club base cards range from $0.25 to $1.00 on eBay and COMC.
Description
This is a 1991 Topps Stadium Club base card featuring Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Juan Samuel. The card features a glossy, full-bleed action photograph of Samuel in his gray Dodgers uniform following through on a swing, set against a blurred stadium background. The distinctive Stadium Club marble and bronze border styling with the 1991 N.L. All-Star designation banner appears at the bottom.
Key Features
Part of the iconic early 1990s Topps Stadium Club set which revolutionized the hobby with glossy photography and premium card stock, featuring Juan Samuel during his tenure with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. The card exhibits the correct glossy coating, crisp photography, and standard card stock thickness of the 1991 Stadium Club release. Not a heavily counterfeited card due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-heavy centering on the front. Minor corner softening under magnification, which is common for 1991 Stadium Club card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (as part of a lot or bulk listing), or local card shop dollar bins.
Selling Tips
Due to the low individual value of this raw base card, it is not financially viable to grade it. Best sold as part of a complete set, team set, or bulk player lot to maximize shipping efficiency and buyer interest.