1983 Topps 3-D Dave Winfield #31
Dave Winfield · Topps · Insert / Test Issue
Player
Dave Winfield
Set
1983 Topps 3-D
Year
1983
Card #
#31
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX) - Estimated due to visible staining/discoloration in top-left corner and surface wear.
Category
Insert / Test Issue
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate to Strong - High demand among Yankees team collectors and Hall of Fame set completionists due to scarcity.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$50 - $100
Graded Value
PSA 4: $120-150, PSA 5: $200-250, PSA 6: $350+
Comparable Sales
Low-grade raw copies vary wildly based on surface clarity. Middle-grade PSA copies (5-6) have recently sold between $250 and $450. High-grade (PSA 8+) can reach over $1,500.
Description
Rare 1983 Topps 3-D test issue featuring Hall of Famer Dave Winfield of the New York Yankees. This card features a lenticular 'motion' surface that creates a three-dimensional effect. The design includes a bold red border with white text and Winfield in his Yankees cap and jersey.
Key Features
Extremely rare test set produced in very limited quantities. Features a Hall of Fame player in his prime with the Yankees. Lenticular technology makes it a distinctive 'oddball' collectible.
Authenticity Indicators
The ribbed lenticular surface is difficult to replicate. Authentic versions have specific card stock thickness and lack modern inkjet dot patterns. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant yellow/orange staining or 'browning' in the top-left corner area. Minor surface scratches on the plastic coating which are common for this issue. Slightly off-center right-to-left.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (with high-quality video to show 3D effect) or major sports auction houses like Heritage or Goldin due to its rarity.
Selling Tips
Do not attempt to clean the surface as it can scratch easily. Record a video of the card being tilted to prove the 3D effect and surface integrity. Mention it is a 'Test Set' in the title.