1987 Hygrade 1927 Yankees Joe Giard #11
Joe Giard · Hygrade · Collectors Issue / Tribute Set
Player
Joe Giard
Set
1987 Hygrade All-Time Greats 1927 Yankees
Year
1987
Card #
#11
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) Equivalent. Centering is fairly good, but the black borders show significant white chipping on the right edge and corners.
Category
Collectors Issue / Tribute Set
Manufacturer
Hygrade
Demand Level
Low. Demand is primarily from set builders or hardcore Yankees team collectors. Joe Giard is a 'common' player relative to stars like Ruth or Gehrig.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $35-45, PSA 10: $75+. Grading is not recommended as costs exceed market value.
Comparable Sales
Full sets of 1987 Hygrade 1927 Yankees (approx. 25-30 cards) frequently sell for $15-$25. Individual common players typically sell for $1.00-$2.00 plus shipping.
Description
This 1987 Hygrade card features Joe Giard, a member of the legendary 1927 New York Yankees. The card features a black-and-white portrait of Giard in a Yankees pinstripe uniform and cap. The design is characterized by solid black borders with a white inner frame and a '1927 YANKEES' banner in the upper right corner. This was part of a commemorative set honoring the 'Murderers' Row' team.
Key Features
Features a member of the most famous team in baseball history; clean black-and-white photography; part of a complete 1927 team retrospective set.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. This is a common 1980s tribute set card on standard thin cardstock of that era. It is not a valuable enough target for major counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Visible chipping along the right-hand edge where the black ink has worn away to show the white cardstock. Corner wear is evident on the bottom right and top right. Black borders are notoriously difficult to maintain in gem condition.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot) or COMC. Selling individually is difficult due to shipping costs outweighing the card value.
Selling Tips
Bundle this card with other players from the 1987 Hygrade 1927 Yankees set to create a more attractive lot for Yankees fans. Use an eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost shipping.