1983 Topps Cal Ripken Jr. #163
Cal Ripken Jr. · Topps · Base
Player
Cal Ripken Jr.
Set
1983 Topps Baseball
Year
1983
Card #
#163
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) to PSA 7 (NM) based on visible left-to-right centering bias and minor corner softening.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Cal Ripken Jr. remains a legendary Hall of Famer with a stable collector base, though 1983 base cards are heavily produced and common.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $15.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $20-30, PSA 7: $35-50, PSA 8: $75-100
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 1983 Topps Cal Ripken Jr. #163 in similar condition range between $5.00 and $12.00 on eBay.
Description
Up for consideration is a classic 1983 Topps baseball card featuring Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr. of the Baltimore Orioles, card #163. The card showcases a vibrant action shot of Ripken mid-swing in his grey road uniform with the iconic team name and player ribbon banner at the bottom. The distinctive 1983 wood-grain border has been replaced by this set's famous multi-color team name banner design, making it one of the most recognizable and beloved sets of the 1980s.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, highly recognizable 1983 Topps design, early-career card following his historic 1982 Rookie of the Year campaign.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard 1983 Topps card stock thickness, correct font styles, and crisp printing quality. Confidence: High. This card is not heavily targeted for counterfeiting compared to his 1982 rookie card.
Flaws to Note
Slightly heavy left-to-right centering favoring the left border on the front. Corners show minimal rounding under close inspection, typical of cards from this era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or COMC for raw single cards; eBay auction or Buy It Now with Best Offer.
Selling Tips
Due to the modest raw value, it is not cost-effective to send this specific card in for professional grading unless part of a larger bulk submission. Sell raw in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a secure team bag and bubble mailer.