1989 Topps Baseball Mike Schmidt Retires #18
Mike Schmidt · Topps · Base / Tribute Card
Player
Mike Schmidt
Set
1989 Topps Base
Year
1989
Card #
#18
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) Estimate - Centering looks decent for the era, but corners show slight softness typical of white-border 80s stock. Surface appears clean without major wax stains visible.
Category
Base / Tribute Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate - Highly liquid for small sums, but massive supply makes it easy to find. Demand is driven primarily by Phillies team collectors and Schmidt completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for under $2. PSA 9 copies have recently sold in the $20-30 range. PSA 10 copies are rare and can fetch significantly more due to the difficulty of finding 'gem mint' copies of 80s cardboard.
Description
This 1989 Topps card commemorates the legendary career of Phillies third baseman Mike Schmidt titled 'Mike Schmidt Retires...'. The card features a montage of illustrations including a classic batting stance in pinstripes, a portrait, and a fielding action shot in the iconic powder blue away uniform. The text highlights his 548 home runs and 3 MVPs.
Key Features
Features a Hall of Fame legend; Tribute card marking the end of an era for one of the greatest third basemen in MLB history; Iconic junk-wax era design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. This is a common card from the junk-wax era with low counterfeit risk. Correct stock thickness and matte finish typical of 1989 Topps production.
Flaws to Note
Corners appear slightly touched; white borders are prone to minor chipping; mass-produced card with common printing hickeys/spots; centering is slightly heavy towards the bottom right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC, or local card shop bulk bins. Not recommended for major auction houses unless part of a high-grade PSA 10 collection.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is absolutely flawless (potential PSA 10). The cost of grading exceeds the value of a PSA 8 or 9. Best sold in a Mike Schmidt player lot or a 1989 Topps complete set to maximize interest. Use high-resolution scans for listings.