1989 Bowman Brett Butler #253
Brett Butler · Bowman (Topps) · Base
Player
Brett Butler
Set
1989 Bowman
Year
1989
Card #
#253
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (PR) - PSA 2 (Good). The card shows heavy wear, soft corners, several visible creases on the left and right edges, and significant surface wear on the white borders.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Bowman (Topps)
Demand Level
Low/Bulk. Brett Butler has a loyal following among Giants and Dodgers fans, but base cards from this overproduced era have very little market liquidity in lower grades.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60. Note: Due to its current low-grade condition, the cost of grading significantly exceeds the value of the card.
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw 1989 Bowman commons typically range from $0.10 to $0.50 in lots. Near Mint copies may sell for $1.00 single, but heavily worn copies like this are generally considered 'filler' or bulk stock.
Description
This 1989 Bowman Brett Butler card features the Giants center fielder in his classic road grey uniform. The 1989 Bowman set is famous for its oversized dimensions (3-1/4\" by 4-11/16\") and features a facsimile signature on the front. This specific card exhibits significant wear common for the larger format, which often didn't fit in standard protection.
Key Features
Oversized 'vintage' 1989 Bowman design, facsimile autograph on front, features a solid MLB veteran with over 2,000 career hits.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. This card is from the 'Junk Wax' era with extremely high print runs and is not a target for counterfeiters. Card stock and printing patterns are consistent with late 80s Topps/Bowman production.
Flaws to Note
Significant creasing on the left border, soft/rounded corners, edge chipping on the right side, and surface soiling. Centering is shifted toward the bottom.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in a team pack (San Francisco Giants), a large lot of 1989 Bowman, or in a 'commons' bin at a local card shop. Not recommended for individual eBay listing due to shipping costs vs. value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. The grading fee would be roughly 100x the value of the card. If selling, bundle it with other 1980s Giants players like Will Clark or Kevin Mitchell to attract team collectors.