1987 Leaf Mike Schmidt #87
Mike Schmidt · Leaf (Donruss) · Base / Parallel (Canadian Version)
Player
Mike Schmidt
Set
1987 Leaf (Canadian Donruss)
Year
1987
Card #
#87
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) Estimate. Centering looks slightly top-heavy, corners appear sharp from this angle, but typical black borders of this set show edge chipping easily.
Category
Base / Parallel (Canadian Version)
Manufacturer
Leaf (Donruss)
Demand Level
Moderate. Mike Schmidt is a top-tier HOFer, but 1987 is a high-production 'Junk Wax' era year. Collectors of 'set parallels' seek out the Leaf version.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15 - $25, PSA 9: $45 - $60, PSA 10: $250+
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1-$4. PSA 9 copies have recently sold for $40-$55. PSA 10 copies command a significant premium ($250+) due to the fragile black borders.
Description
This 1987 Leaf Mike Schmidt features the iconic black-bordered design identical to the 1987 Donruss set, but produced for the Canadian market under the Leaf brand. The card depicts the Hall of Fame Phillies third baseman in his pinstripe home jersey. The black borders are notoriously difficult to find in high grade due to visible edge wear.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, iconic 1987 design, Leaf (Canadian) version is scarcer than the standard U.S. Donruss counterpart.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct Leaf logo with '87' registered trademark, matte card stock, proper font for name plate. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Potential chipping on the black edges (common for 1987 design), top-to-bottom centering is slightly off. Surface may have minor wax or roller marks common to 80s stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (low price point), COMC, or Sportlots. For a PSA 10 candidate, Heritage or Goldin would be appropriate, but raw copies are best sold on eBay.
Selling Tips
Do not grade unless it is absolutely flawless (PSA 10 contender), as grading fees will exceed the value of a PSA 8 or 9. Use keywords like 'Hall of Fame', 'Canadian', and 'Vintage'.