1982 Topps Tim Raines #161
Tim Raines · Topps · Base
Player
Tim Raines
Set
1982 Topps Baseball
Year
1982
Card #
161
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $8-12, PSA 7: $15-25, PSA 8: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar condition regularly sell on eBay for around $2 to $4. PSA 7 graded copies typically fetch between $15 and $25 depending on buyer demand.
Description
Offering a 1982 Topps Tim Raines base card, #161. Features the Hall of Fame outfielder in his classic Montreal Expos powder blue uniform, swinging a bat. The card features the iconic 1982 Topps border design with a team name banner reading Expos and player name Rock Raines on a red ribbon. A must-have for any vintage set builder or Expos fan.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, iconic 1982 Topps vintage design, early career card following his official 1981 rookie card.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard card stock and printing dot patterns consistent with authentic 1982 Topps production. Topps logo present in the upper right corner. Low risk for counterfeiting due to moderate market value.
Flaws to Note
Noticeable top-to-bottom centering imbalance with a thicker top white border. Corners show slight softening under close inspection, and minor edge wear consistent with a mid-grade vintage raw card.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or COMC
Selling Tips
Since raw value is low, grading is generally not recommended unless expecting a PSA 9 or 10. Sell raw in a penny sleeve and top loader using a rigid bubble mailer.