1984 Topps Wade Boggs #270
Wade Boggs · Topps · Base
Player
Wade Boggs
Set
1984 Topps Baseball
Year
1984
Card #
270
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) to PSA 6 (EX-MT)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $15.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $15-25, PSA 6: $25-40, PSA 7: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 1984 Topps Wade Boggs in similar mid-to-lower condition generally range between $5 and $12 on eBay.
Description
This is the classic 1984 Topps baseball card featuring Hall of Fame third baseman Wade Boggs of the Boston Red Sox. The card features a distinct yellow border with the player's name running vertically down the left side and the team logo in the upper left corner. The action photography captures multiple overlapping sequential images of Boggs batting, which is a signature design element of the 1984 Topps set.
Key Features
Hall of Famer, early career card (second-year card following his 1983 Topps rookie card), iconic 1984 Topps design featuring sequential multi-exposure photography.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. Standard card stock weight, correct vintage printing dot patterns, and proper coloring. This card is not heavily targeted for high-end counterfeiting due to its modest raw value.
Flaws to Note
Noticeable surface scratching on the glossy finish, some minor edge wear along the top and right borders, and slightly soft corners typical of vintage cards stored without optimal protection.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, COMC, or local card shops
Selling Tips
Due to the modest value of a raw 1984 Topps Wade Boggs in mid-grade condition, it is generally not cost-effective to pay for professional grading. It is best sold raw via eBay or bundled into a lot with other 1980s Hall of Fame cards.