1988 Topps Dave Anderson #461
Dave Anderson · Topps · Base
Player
Dave Anderson
Set
1988 Topps Baseball
Year
1988
Card #
#461
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 8 (NM-MT). Centering is heavily shifted to the right (approx 70/30). Corners appear relatively sharp, but surface shows typical dimpling inherent to this stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. As a common card from the 'junk wax' era (mass-produced millions), demand is limited to Dodgers team set builders or 1988 set collectors. Dave Anderson is not a Hall of Fame candidate or high-value star.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60 (Value typically does not exceed the cost of the grading fee for this card).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for individual commons of this era range from $0.50 to $1.50 with free shipping. Bulk 1988 Topps lots of 100+ cards often sell for $5-10 total.
Description
Featured here is card #461 from the iconic 1988 Topps set, featuring Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Dave Anderson. The card showcases the classic 1988 design with a bold blue border and white dot pattern, with the team name 'DODGERS' in stylized yellow block lettering. Anderson is pictured in his road gray Dodgers uniform in a dynamic fielding action pose. Perfect for team collectors or completionists of the 1988 set.
Key Features
Features a member of the 1988 World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers; iconic 'junk wax' era design highly recognizable by collectors of the 1980s.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. Typical recycled cardboard stock ('gray backs') used by Topps in the late 80s; correct dot matrix printing patterns in the logo; no current market reason for counterfeiting this specific card.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering issues; the right border is much thinner than the left. Minor white chipping evident on the blue borders which is common for this set's ink coverage.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or via a 'pick your card' listing. Local card shop bulk bins or apps like Sportlots or COMC are the best venues for moving volume of this era.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee will significantly exceed the card's market value. If selling individually, use a non-machinable envelope (PWE) to keep shipping costs under $1.00, as listing at a premium price will result in no movement. Best sold as part of a 1988 Dodgers team set.