1989 Topps Mike Davis #246
Mike Davis · Topps · Base
Player
Mike Davis
Set
1989 Topps Base Set
Year
1989
Card #
#246
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) Estimated: The card shows significant off-center printing (heavy to the bottom right), soft corner wear, and general surface dullness consistent with bulk storage.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Primarily sought by team set collectors or 'set builders' seeking to complete the 792-card 1989 Topps set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5.00 - $10.00; PSA 9: $15.00 - $25.00; PSA 10: $40.00 - $60.00 (Note: Grading costs would exceed the value of the card).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies of this card typically sell for under $0.50 in bulk lots. Recent 'Value' or 'Junk Wax' lots on eBay show 1989 Topps cards moving for approximately $0.01 to $0.05 per card when sold in large quantities.
Description
A 1989 Topps baseball card featuring Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mike Davis. The card design features the classic 1989 Topps 'scribble' or 'ribbon' border in blue and light blue with the team name 'DODGERS' in bold yellow at the top left. Davis is pictured in his batting stance wearing a Dodgers helmet and glasses. The nameplate at the bottom is a bold yellow bar with black text.
Key Features
Part of the iconic 1989 Topps set; features a member of the 1988 World Series Champion Dodgers; classic junk-wax era nostalgia.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine card stock and period-appropriate matte finish. Confidence is High. This card is from the 'Junk Wax Era' and is not a target for counterfeiting due to mass production and low individual value.
Flaws to Note
Extreme centering issues (miscut/heavily weighted to the bottom and right edges), visible corner softening on the top right, and potential surface residue or 'wax ' staining on the back based on era. The photography focus is also inherently soft.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a Los Angeles Dodgers team lot on eBay, or to a local card shop in a bulk 'junk wax' box. Not recommended for individual sale due to shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the fees will be much higher than the market value. List it as part of an '80s Dodgers' lot or use it for 'Through The Mail' (TTM) autograph requests. If selling on eBay, use a Plain White Envelope (PWE) to keep shipping costs low for the buyer.