1987 Topps Jim Slaton #47
Jim Slaton · Topps · Base
Player
Jim Slaton
Set
1987 Topps Baseball
Year
1987
Card #
47
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) due to noticeable corner wear, top-heavy centering, and minor edge chipping on the wood-grain border.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low, primarily sought after by team collectors and 1987 Topps set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5-10, PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $15-25
Comparable Sales
Raw common cards from the 1987 Topps set typically sell for $0.10 to $0.50 individually or as bulk lots.
Description
Classic 1987 Topps baseball card featuring pitcher Jim Slaton of the Detroit Tigers. The card features the iconic faux wood-grain border design that defines the 1987 set, with a team name banner featuring the Detroit Tigers logo in the upper left and a blue nameplate at the bottom.
Key Features
Part of the iconic 1987 Topps wood-grain set, heavily collected by set builders and 80s nostalgia enthusiasts.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard 1987 Topps card stock and print quality. High confidence as this card is rarely counterfeited due to low common player value.
Flaws to Note
Visible corner softening, slight edge chipping along the top wood-grain border, and slightly off-center top-to-bottom.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (as part of a lot or bulk listing)
Selling Tips
Best sold as part of a complete 1987 Topps set or large team lot rather than individually, as grading and individual shipping costs exceed the card's value.