1986 Sportflics Len Dykstra Rookie #4
Len Dykstra · Sportflics (Optigraphics) · Rookie Card, 3D Lenticular
Player
Len Dykstra
Set
1986 Sportflics
Year
1986
Card #
4
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is significantly off-top to bottom and left-right. Visible corner softening on bottom right and surface yellowing/staining appearing in top left corner. Surface shows typical horizontal lenticular lines.
Category
Rookie Card, 3D Lenticular
Manufacturer
Sportflics (Optigraphics)
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Primarily sought after by Mets team collectors or '80s rookie card enthusiasts. Len Dykstra's personal controversies have generally dampened his market demand compared to other stars of the era.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $8-12, PSA 7: $15-20, PSA 8: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Raw sales typically range from $0.99 to $2.50. Recent PSA 9 examples have sold for $45-60, but this card's condition would not merit that grade.
Description
A classic 1986 Sportflics rookie card of New York Mets star Len 'Nails' Dykstra. This card features the unique 'Magic Motion' triple-action lenticular technology which displays three different images of Dykstra at bat when tilted. Features a red border with blue text and the 'Center Field' position designation.
Key Features
Mid-80s Rookie Card of a key member of the 1986 World Series Champion Mets. Early example of lenticular 3D card technology in the hobby.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. Confidance: High. The horizontal lenticular grooving is consistent with 1986 Sportflics production. These cards are rarely counterfeited due to the high cost of recreating the 3D plastic/ribbed surface for low-value cards.
Flaws to Note
Major centering issues (heavy towards top and right). Yellow/brown stain on the top left corner border. Visible edge wear on the bottom margin. Softening on the bottom right corner tip.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a low-start auction or PWE-shipped buy-it-now), COMC for slow-burn sales, or Sports Card Facebook Groups local to the NY/NJ area.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value, sell this raw in a plain white envelope (PWE) to keep shipping costs under $1. Grading is not recommended as fees will exceed the market value of a mid-grade example. Use clear photos showing the 3D effect.