1987 Fleer Dale Murphy #285
Dale Murphy · Fleer · Base
Player
Dale Murphy
Set
1987 Fleer Baseball
Year
1987
Card #
285
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) - Centering appears slightly heavy on the left border, corners look generally sharp with minor potential softening under magnification, edges appear clean, and surface gloss looks good with no major scratches visible.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Fleer
Demand Level
Moderate. Dale Murphy has a dedicated base of vintage collectors and remains a popular name from the 1980s, though overall market demand for 1987 Fleer base cards is generally low.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5.00 - $10.00, PSA 7: $10.00 - $15.00, PSA 8: $20.00 - $30.00
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 1987 Fleer Dale Murphy #285 typically range from $0.50 to $2.00 free shipping or via bulk card lots on eBay.
Description
Offering a classic 1987 Fleer baseball card featuring Atlanta Braves star outfielder Dale Murphy, card number 285. The card showcases Fleer's iconic grey border design with vertical pinstripe-style stripes, a vibrant action shot of Murphy following through on his swing, the Atlanta Braves logo in the top right, and the Fleer branding in the bottom right corner. A fantastic vintage piece for any 1980s baseball card collector or Dale Murphy fan.
Key Features
Features two-time National League MVP Dale Murphy during the peak of his career with the Atlanta Braves. Part of the highly recognizable and collectible 1987 Fleer set with its distinctive grey border design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. Standard card stock and print quality typical of 1987 Fleer production. Not a high-risk candidate for counterfeiting due to low raw market value.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-heavy centering on the front. Minor corner and edge wear consistent with cards from this era, which may limit the grade to mid-tier levels.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, COMC (Check Out My Cards), or local card shops as part of a lot.
Selling Tips
Due to the low individual value of this card in raw condition, it is best sold as part of a larger 1987 Fleer set, a Dale Murphy player lot, or bundled with other 1980s stars. Grading is not recommended as the grading fees would far exceed the market value of the card.