1987 Topps Darren Daulton #264
Darren Daulton · Topps · Base Card / Second Year Card
Player
Darren Daulton
Set
1987 Topps Base Set
Year
1987
Card #
#264
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy to the right (approx 65/35). Surface appears clean, corners show minor touches of wear common for the wood-grain borders. No visible creases.
Category
Base Card / Second Year Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate / Niche (Mostly targeted by team collectors or 1987 Topps set builders).
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.50 to $1.25 plus shipping. PSA 9 copies have recently sold in the $25 range, while PSA 10 specimens occasionally reach higher prices due to the difficulty of getting perfect scores on wood-grain borders.
Description
A classic 1987 Topps Darren Daulton card featuring the iconic wood-grain border design. This card shows the Phillies legendary catcher in his pinstripe uniform with his glove during Spring Training. A must-have for Phillies team collectors and fans of the late 'Dutch' Daulton.
Key Features
Iconic 1987 'Wood-Grain' design; High-demand player for Philadelphia Phillies team collectors; Includes career stats on back.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct card stock thickness; characteristic dot-matrix print pattern visible in the red nameplate; original Topps logo font. High confidence; this card is not commonly counterfeited due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Slight centering shift toward the right border. Minor white tipping on corners which is exacerbated by the dark wood-grain print. Standard 1980s cardboard stock pulpiness.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or via COMC. Individually, it is best suited for local card shop 'dollar bins' or trade-ins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a guaranteed PSA 10 candidate, as grading fees will exceed the market value of a PSA 8 or 9. List as part of a Phillies team set or 1980s catcher lot to maximize interest.