1986 Topps R.J. Reynolds #69
R.J. Reynolds · Topps · Base
Player
R.J. Reynolds
Set
1986 Topps Base Set
Year
1986
Card #
#69
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). The centering is heavily shifted toward the top and slightly to the left. The black top border shows significant chipping and edge wear, and the bottom-right corner appears soft.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Primarily sought by Pittsburgh Pirates team set collectors or 1986 Topps set builders. R.J. Reynolds is not a Hall of Fame candidate, which limits broader market appeal.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $150-200 (Note: Grading cost exceeds the value for this specific card in its current condition)
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $0.25 to $1.00 in mid-grade. High-grade (PSA 10) examples have reached $150+ due to the difficulty of finding the black borders in perfect condition, but this specific card does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
A classic 1986 Topps baseball card featuring Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder R.J. Reynolds in a follow-through batting stance. The design is iconic for its bold block-letter team name at the top and black borders which are notorious for showing wear. The card features the 'OF' position circle on the bottom left and the Topps logo on the top right.
Key Features
Features the iconic 1986 Topps black-top design. Reynolds was a key member of the Pirates in the late 80s, known for his speed and being part of the trade that sent Bill Madlock to the Dodgers.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. High confidence. The card shows correct 1986 chip-prone recycled cardstock and appropriate dot-matrix printing patterns in the yellow lettering. This is not a commonly counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Significant top-to-bottom centering issues (heavy top bias). Chipping along the sensitive black top edge. Softness on the lower right corner and minor silvering on the side edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay, or through a platform like COMC (Check Out My Cards) for set completionists. Individual sale shipping costs will likely exceed the card's value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees significantly exceed the value. If selling on eBay, use 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping to keep costs down. It is best sold in a 'Pick Your Team' or 'Pick Your Card' bulk listing.