
Brian Buchanan
1996 • Topps
#245
1996 • Topps
Major League Baseball • New York Yankees
Near Mint
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| Condition | Value | Comps | Source | Price Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw / Ungraded | $0.99 | 31 | Asking prices Based on eBay Active Listings | Source observation date unavailable |
| BGS 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $27.00 | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| CGC 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $13.00 | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| PSA 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $20.99 | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| SGC 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $13.00 | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| Grade 8 guide (generic)Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $9.02 | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| Grade 9 guide (generic)Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $18.37 | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| Grade 9.5 guide (generic)Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $21.00 | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
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This 1996 Topps David Cone card represents a standard base-set issue, positioning it in the lower tier of his collectible portfolio compared to rookie or premium parallel variants. Its value is likely anchored by the general demand for New York Yankees memorabilia from that era, though it lacks the condition-sensitive premiums associated with graded examples of scarcer parallels. As a widely distributed card, it serves more as an accessible entry point for casual collectors rather than a high-value asset for serious investors.
The card carries no special scarcity attributes, such as serial numbering, short-print status, or unique parallels, meaning it was produced in high volumes typical of base Topps releases. This lack of limited-edition mechanics implies a abundant supply in the secondary market, which naturally suppresses individual card premiums unless the specific copy is in pristine condition. Consequently, the rarity is defined solely by its age and survival rate in high grades rather than any intentional production constraints.
While David Cone’s tenure with the New York Yankees provides a stable collector base, this specific base card lacks the rookie-card premium or special set positioning that typically drives significant appreciation. Demand is likely consistent but moderate, driven by nostalgia for the 1996 World Series championship team rather than speculative growth. Investors should view this as a stable, low-risk component for a broader set completion strategy rather than a standalone appreciation asset.

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