1988 Topps Mike Schmidt #600
Mike Schmidt · Topps · Base
Player
Mike Schmidt
Set
1988 Topps Base Set
Year
1988
Card #
600
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). The centering is shifted significantly to the right (approx 70/30). The top-left corner shows slight softening, and there is a visible white print speck on the pink border near the top right.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. While Mike Schmidt is a legend, this card was produced in massive quantities during the 'Junk Wax Era.' It is always in demand for low-end set builders but lacks scarcity.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $8-12, PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $35-50, PSA 10: $250-350
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for $1 or less on eBay. Recent PSA 9 copies have sold for $40-55. PSA 10 copies fluctuate between $250 and $400 due to the difficulty of finding perfect centering in this high-print-run set.
Description
Featured here is a classic 1988 Topps Mike Schmidt card (#600). This card showcases the Hall of Fame Phillies third baseman in his iconic pinstripe uniform mid-stride. The design features the magenta/pink inner border characteristic of the 1988 set, with the 'Phillies' team name in script and Mike Schmidt's name at the bottom in a bold purple banner.
Key Features
Features a first-ballot Hall of Famer and one of the greatest third basemen of all time. This card comes from the twilight of Schmidt's career (he retired in 1989), making it a staple for Phillies team collectors and Schmidt completionists.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card stock shows the correct matte grey/brown cardboard back (typical for 1988 Topps). The print pattern (rosette) is consistent with 1980s offset lithography. This card is rarely counterfeited due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
The primary flaw is the centering, which is noticeably heavy toward the right edge. There is also a small white fisheye or print defect on the pink border's top right curve. Edges show standard 'junk wax' era rough cuts.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as part of a Mike Schmidt player lot or a 1980s Hall of Famer lot. Individual sales are best suited for COMC or a local card shop's quarter bin.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you believe it is a flawless PSA 10, as the grading fee will exceed the card's value. To sell, take high-resolution photos out of the plastic sleeve to show surface gloss and list it as part of a 'Hall of Fame' bundle to save on shipping costs.