1988 Topps Mike Sharperson #239
Mike Sharperson · Topps · Base Card
Player
Mike Sharperson
Set
1988 Topps Base Set
Year
1988
Card #
#239
Condition Grade
PSA 4-5 (VG-EX)
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low / Niche. This card is part of the 'Junk Wax Era' where millions of copies were produced. It is primarily sought by Dodgers team set collectors or fans of Mike Sharperson.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.01 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5.00 - $12.00, PSA 9: $15.00 - $25.00, PSA 10: $40.00 - $60.00
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk lots. Recent 'high-grade' raw singles have sold for $0.99 with free shipping (loss for the seller). No recent high-grade PSA 10 sales for this specific common player are trending, though similar 1988 commons range from $20-$40 in Gem Mint condition.
Description
This 1988 Topps card features Los Angeles Dodgers utility man Mike Sharperson in his classic home road grays, ready to field a ground ball. The card boasts the iconic 1988 Topps design with a vibrant green border, diagonal team name in the top left, and the player name in a yellow box at the bottom. The Topps logo is clearly visible in the top right corner.
Key Features
Features an All-Star (1992) and World Series Champion (1988); classic 1988 junk wax era design; highly nostalgic for Dodgers collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic card stock thickness for late 80s Topps; appropriate dot matrix print pattern in the green borders; low value makes it an unlikely candidate for counterfeiting. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
The card is severely off-center with a heavy tilt from top-left to bottom-right. The corners show significant wear and rounding, particularly the top-left corner. Surface shows significant 'fuzziness' or light scuffing typical of poor storage in this era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in large lots on eBay or Mercari. Individual sale is not recommended due to shipping costs exceeding the card's value. COMC is an option for long-term storage and eventual sale.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee will vastly exceed the value. If listing on eBay, use the eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping. Best sold as part of an '88 Topps complete set or a Dodgers team bundle. Highlight the nostalgic design in the title.