1985 Topps Jim Rice #220
Jim Rice · Topps · Base
Player
Jim Rice
Set
1985 Topps Base
Year
1985
Card #
#220
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). Centering appears slightly heavy to the right (approx 65/35) and bottom. Corners show very minor white touches; edges are relatively clean for the era. Surface appears free of major wax stains which were common for this set.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Jim Rice is a HOFer with a dedicated Boston fanbase, but the 1985 set was mass-produced during the 'Junk Wax' era, keeping supply high.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $20-30, PSA 9: $65-85 (PSA 10 can reach $250+, but this copy does not meet that threshold).
Comparable Sales
Ungraded copies consistently sell for $1-$2 plus shipping. PSA 8 copies have recently sold in the $22-28 range. PSA 9 copies fluctuate based on registry demand, typically hitting $75.
Description
A classic 1985 Topps Jim Rice card featuring the Boston Red Sox Hall of Famer in his follow-through swing. The card uses the iconic 1985 design with a large primary photo, yellow inner border, and a clean white outer margin. The player name 'Jim Rice' is printed in the bottom left corner in a simple block font.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player; Iconic 1985 Topps wood-grain backing (not visible but standard for set); Popular era for Red Sox collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. The card stock shows the appropriate grain for 1985 Topps; the 'Topps' brand typography and photo resolution are consistent with period-correct printing. These are rarely counterfeited due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Right-heavy centering on the front. Slight softening of the bottom right corner. Minor print snow/noise in the dark background areas common to 1985 Topps production.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for single cards), COMC (best for lower-value HOF base cards), or as part of a Red Sox team set at local card shows.
Selling Tips
Due to the high shipping-to-value ratio, sell this card in a 'Pick Your Plate' style listing or as part of a Jim Rice/Red Sox lot to maximize profit. Shipping via eBay Standard Envelope ($0.60-$1.00) is the only way to make a single sale profitable. Grading is not recommended unless you are certain of a PSA 10.