1992 Topps Wally Joyner #246
Wally Joyner · Topps · Base
Player
Wally Joyner
Set
1992 Topps
Year
1992
Card #
#246
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). Sub-grade assessment: Centering appears 60/40 left-to-right. Corners show minor touch of whitening on the top right. Surface appears glossy but may have light factory scuffing common to 1992 Topps. Edges are relatively clean for the era.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Primarily sought by team collectors (Royals/Angels), player completists, or those finishing an 802-card 1992 Topps set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $50-75. Note: Grading costs usually exceed market value for this card unless it is a guaranteed PSA 10.
Comparable Sales
Individual raw copies typically sell for $1.00 or less on eBay including shipping. Near Mint-Mint (PSA 8) copies have recently sold in the $10 range, with the value driven almost entirely by the slab/protection rather than the card itself.
Description
This 1992 Topps card features Kansas City Royals first baseman Wally Joyner in a classic left-handed power hitting stance. The design features a white border with a distinctive color-blocked green and purple inner frame, synonymous with the early 90s Topps aesthetic. The front includes scripted player name and block team/position text.
Key Features
Features Wally Joyner during his first season with the Kansas City Royals. Part of the iconic 1992 Topps set which is known for its high production volume during the 'Junk Wax Era.' Notable for fans of 1980s/90s All-Stars.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Authentic card stock thickness and printing. 1992 Topps is not a target for counterfeiting due to high supply and low current market value.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias. Minor whitening on rear corners. 1992 Topps card stock is prone to light scratches on the high-gloss front coating.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or via eBay Standard Envelope), COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-term storage and automated sales, or local card show 'dollar boxes.'
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card individually unless it is flawlessly centered and surface-perfect, as grading fees will outweigh the return. Best sold as part of a Wally Joyner player lot or a 1992 Kansas City Royals team set to maximize value and minimize shipping overhead. Use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap, tracked shipping.