1987 Topps Tom Seaver #350
Tom Seaver · Topps · Base Card / Hall of Fame Base
Player
Tom Seaver
Set
1987 Topps Base Set
Year
1987
Card #
#350
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) Estimated. The card exhibits visible corner softening particularly on the bottom right and left edges. Centering appears slightly shifted to the left (approx. 60/40). Surface shows minor edge wear typical of 1987 wood-grain borders.
Category
Base Card / Hall of Fame Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate to Low. While Tom Seaver is a legend, this is a mass-produced 'Junk Wax' era base card. There is steady interest from set builders and HOF player collectors, but supply is very high.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15; PSA 8: $20-30; PSA 9: $75-100; PSA 10: $600+
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1.00 plus shipping on eBay. PSA 8 copies have recently sold for $25-30. The extreme high end (PSA 10) can reach $600+ due to the difficulty of finding the wood-grain borders without chipping.
Description
A classic piece of 1980s baseball history, this 1987 Topps Tom Seaver card features the legendary Hall of Famer in his late-career Boston Red Sox uniform. The card boasts the iconic wood-grain border design that defines the 1987 set. The action shot captures Seaver mid-delivery on the mound. Back of the card features his extensive career statistics through 1986.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver; highly iconic 1987 wood-grain border design; one of Seaver's final cards produced during his active career.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card shows correct cardboard stock texture for 1987 Topps. The 'Topps' logo and wood-grain pattern match known authentic examples. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to high production numbers.
Flaws to Note
Softening on all four corners, most notably the bottom corners. White chipping is visible along the dark wood-grain edges. Top-to-bottom and left-to-right centering is slightly off.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a 'Buy It Now' or as part of a lot. Could also be sold in a local card shop's quarter/dollar bin or through COMC for long-term listing.
Selling Tips
Grading is not recommended for this specific card unless it is a flawless PSA 10 candidate, as the cost of grading will exceed the value. List with clear photos and mention 'Red Sox uniform' to attract team collectors. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader for shipping.