1988 Topps Baseball Collection (Keith Moreland #773, Jimmy Jones #748, Jim Lindeman #791)
Keith Moreland, Jimmy Jones, Jim Lindeman · Topps · Base Cards
Player
Keith Moreland, Jimmy Jones, Jim Lindeman
Set
1988 Topps Baseball Base Set
Year
1988
Card #
#773, #748, #791
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 5 (EX) to PSA 6 (EX-MT). The cards show visible edge wear, fuzzy corners, and centering appears slightly off-top to bottom. The dark cardstock of 1988 Topps backs easily shows chipping.
Category
Base Cards
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. These are 'common' cards from a high-production era. Demand is limited to set builders or team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.25 per card ($0.50 for the lot)
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $20-25, PSA 10: $50-70. Note: These specific cards are not economically viable for grading as the costs ($20+) outweigh the value.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales show complete sets (792 cards) of 1988 Topps selling for $15-$25. Individual commons like these typically sell for $0.10 in bulk 'monster boxes' at card shops.
Description
A trio of base cards from the iconic 1988 Topps set. These cards feature the classic orange/pink reverse design with full career statistics and player trivia. Included are cards for Keith Moreland (Cubs/Padres era), Jimmy Jones (Padres), and Jim Lindeman (Cardinals).
Key Features
Classic 1988 Topps design; features common players from the late 80s 'Junk Wax' era; contains full major and minor league statistics.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. The card stock is the standard brown chipboard used by Topps in 1988. The dot-matrix printing pattern on the red/pink ink is consistent with factory production. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Softened corners, noticeable white chipping on the dark edges of the card backs, and vertical centering shifts. The surfaces appear to have standard age-related dulling.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk lot on eBay, at a local yard sale, or donated to a younger collector. The individual value does not justify single-item shipping fees.
Selling Tips
Do not grade these cards. To maximize value, group them with other 1988 Topps cards to create a 'Team Set' or 'Starter Lot.' Use 'Penny Sleeves' to prevent further edge wear.