1986 Topps Traded Bobby Bonilla Rookie Card #11T
Bobby Bonilla · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Bobby Bonilla
Set
1986 Topps Traded
Year
1986
Card #
#11T
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) to PSA 8 (NM-MT). Centering appears slightly heavy toward the top and right. Corners show minor softening through the holder, and the top-loader has significant scratching that may obscure surface scuffs on the card itself.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Bonilla remains a cult favorite and 'Bobby Bonilla Day' (July 1st) often spikes interest in his items. As a 'junk wax' era rookie, supply is high, so demand is focused on high-grade (PSA 9 or 10) copies.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $15-20, PSA 8: $25-35, PSA 10: $250-300
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$8 plus shipping. PSA 8 copies have recently sold in the $25-$30 range. PSA 10 copies regularly exceed $250 due to the difficulty of getting perfect centering on 1986 Topps stock.
Description
This is the 1986 Topps Traded rookie card of All-Star Bobby Bonilla. Featuring the classic 1986 design with bold 'WHITE SOX' block lettering at the top and the Topps logo in the corner. The card depicts Bonilla in his Chicago White Sox uniform from early in his career. The card stock is the brighter white 'Traded' stock compared to the brown/gray stock of the standard 1986 Topps set.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card of 6-time All-Star Bobby Bonilla. Part of the popular 1986 Topps Traded set which also features the Barry Bonds and Jose Canseco rookies. Bonilla is a key figure in 80s/90s baseball history and famously known for his unique contract with the Mets.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card uses the correct white point cardstock specific to the 1986 Topps Traded boxed set. The 'T' suffix on the card number is present. The printing of the black borders and text shows the correct ink saturation for the period.
Flaws to Note
Centering is off-center (Right/Top heavy). Potential surface scratches or light 'snow' (white print dots) common in this era. Edges may have slight chipping visible on the dark black borders at the top.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card. Due to its price point, it is a perfect candidate for 'eBay Standard Envelope' shipping. It could also be sold as part of a 1986 Topps Traded set or a Phillies/Pirates/Mets fan bundle.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is absolutely flawless (potential PSA 10), as grading fees will exceed the value of a mid-grade return. Use keywords like 'Rookie Card', 'RC', and 'White Sox' in the title. Remove from the scratched top-loader and place in a fresh penny sleeve and clean top-loader for photos to maximize appearance.