1988 Star Vero Beach Dodgers Brett Magnusson #13
Brett Magnusson · Star Co. (Minor League) · Minor League Base / Prospect
Player
Brett Magnusson
Set
1988 Star Vero Beach Dodgers
Year
1988
Card #
13
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy to the right, visible softening on the bottom-right corner, and minor edge roughness along the bottom.
Category
Minor League Base / Prospect
Manufacturer
Star Co. (Minor League)
Demand Level
Niche - Appeal is limited to Dodgers team collectors or Magnusson player completists. Very low general hobby demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 7: $8-12, PSA 6: $3-5 (Note: Grading cost likely exceeds market value)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of total 1988 Star team sets range from $10-20. Individual base cards for non-star players typically sell for $0.99 to $2.00 plus shipping.
Description
A classic 1988 Star minor league issue featuring Brett Magnusson in his Vero Beach Dodgers uniform. The card features a bright yellow border characteristic of the late 80s Star sets, with 'STAR' in blue text at the top right. Magnusson is captured in a batting stance in front of a practice net. The back contains player stats and personal info from his early professional career.
Key Features
Early professional career card for a Dodgers prospect; part of a localized team-set distribution; nostalgic yellow-border design from Star Co.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct blue/yellow ink saturation; appropriate card stock thickness; correct font styling for Star Co. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant corner ding on the bottom-right; centering favors the right side (65/35); slight surface wear consistent with age and typical Star card stock which was thinner than Topps of the era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer'), COMC, or Sportlots. This is a common card often sold in bulk lots or at low prices to team collectors.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fees for authentication will be far higher than the resale value. Use 'Vero Beach Dodgers' and 'Minor League' in keywords. Best sold as part of a 1988 Star team set or a Dodgers minor league lot.