1987 Topps Vern Ruhle #273
Vern Ruhle · Topps · Base Card
Player
Vern Ruhle
Set
1987 Topps Base Set
Year
1987
Card #
273
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) Estimated; Centering is slightly off top-to-bottom (approx 65/35), corners appear sharp but edges show minor factory rough-cut typical of the woodgrain design.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche; high supply and low demand. Primarily sought by 1987 Topps set builders or Houston Astros/California Angels team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $75-100 (Extremely rare for non-star common players)
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk lots. PSA 9 examples of 1987 Topps commons generally fluctuate between $12 and $20 depending on the buyer.
Description
Front features the iconic 1987 Topps 'Woodgrain' border with a close-up portrait of pitcher Vern Ruhle in his California Angels cap. The team logo in the upper left and nameplate in red at the bottom are classic markers of this popular 80s set.
Key Features
Iconic woodgrain border design; final decade of the 'Junk Wax' era; Vern Ruhle was a solid veteran pitcher and respected MLB coach.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine card stock; correct matte finish; distinct wood-grain pattern and period-accurate Topps logo. High confidence in authenticity; this card is not targeted for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Slight top-heavy centering; minor edge chipping visible on the right side; common print snow/dots in the blue sky background of the photo.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a complete set or team lot on eBay. Not worth the fees as a single listing unless in a high-grade slab (PSA 9 or 10).
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card individually as the cost of grading ($19+) far exceeds the secondary market value. If selling raw, include it in a 1987 Topps lot or an Angels team lot to maximize interest.