1986 Memphis Chicks ProCards Bo Jackson Pre-Rookie #1
Bo Jackson · ProCards · Minor League / Pre-Rookie Card
Player
Bo Jackson
Set
1986 ProCards Memphis Chicks
Year
1986
Card #
#1
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) to PSA 8 (NM-MT) centered. Centering appears slightly shifted left-to-right (approx 60/40). Corners appear sharp, but the card is in a recessed holder making surface inspection difficult.
Category
Minor League / Pre-Rookie Card
Manufacturer
ProCards
Demand Level
Strong. Jackson collectors are very active, and early minor league issues are currently trending higher as fans pivot away from mass-produced 'Junk Wax' base cards.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$50.00 - $85.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $90-110, PSA 8: $150-180, PSA 9: $450-550, PSA 10: $2,500+
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales average $65-80. PSA 8 sales hover around $165. PSA 9s have recently reached over $500, showing a significant premium for high-grade preservation.
Description
This is an iconic 1986 ProCards minor league issue featuring legendary multi-sport athlete Bo Jackson during his stint with the Memphis Chicks (Kansas City Royals AA affiliate). The card features a grey border with a portrait of Jackson in his Memphis road jersey. The lower left features the classic 'Chicks' logo, with his name and position printed to the right. This is considered one of Jackson's earliest and most desirable professional cards.
Key Features
Early professional card produced before his 1987 MLB rookie debut; high demand due to Bo Jackson's cult status; scarce compared to mass-produced 1987-1990 cards; official team-distributed set.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font weight on 'Bo Jackson'; Memphis logo detail is sharp; card stock should be flat, non-glossy, and slightly thinner than modern cards. High confidence in authenticity based on visual indicators.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias; minor surface snowing/white print dots common in this set; potential corner wear not visible through the thick plastic holder.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the primary market for this card to reach the widest range of Bo Jackson player-collectors. For high-grade specimens (PSA 9/10), PWCC or Goldin Auctions would be better options.
Selling Tips
Remove the card from the vintage screw-down case and place it in a modern penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent surface 'pancaking'. Given the high price jump for PSA 9s and 10s, if the card looks flawless under a magnifying glass, grading is highly recommended.