1987 Topps Frank White #552
Frank White · Topps · Base
Player
Frank White
Set
1987 Topps Base Set
Year
1987
Card #
552
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). Pros: Bright colors and relatively clean surface. Cons: Noticeable centering issues (top-heavy with a right tilt) and soft lower-right corner.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. While Frank White is a franchise icon for the Royals, this is a common base card from a mass-produced era. It appeals mostly to team collectors and set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $30-45, PSA 10: $250-350
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for under $1 in bulk lots. Recent PSA 9 examples have sold between $25 and $40. PSA 10s command a premium due to the difficulty of finding perfect wood-grain centering, often reaching $300+.
Description
This 1987 Topps card features Kansas City Royals legendary second baseman Frank White in a classic batting pose. The card utilizes the iconic 1987 wood-grain border design on the reverse and a lime green/blue inner border on the front. White is shown in his road blue jersey wearing Franklin batting gloves.
Key Features
Frank White is a Kansas City Royals Hall of Famer, 8-time Gold Glove winner, and 5-time All-Star. This card is part of the iconic 'wood grain' border design set which is a fan favorite for 1980s collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. The card displays the correct dot-matrix print pattern characteristic of 1980s Topps stock. 1987 Topps is rarely counterfeited due to its high production volume (Junk Wax Era).
Flaws to Note
The centering is shifted significantly toward the top and right side. There is visible whitening/softness on the bottom right corner tip. The top edge shows minor factory rough-cut artifacts common for the era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC (for set builders), or local card show dollar bins. Individual sales are difficult due to shipping costs exceeding the card's value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you believe it is a flawless PSA 10, as grading fees will far exceed the market value. Selling as part of a Kansas City Royals team set or a complete 1987 Topps set is the most effective way to move this inventory.