1987 Topps Frank Tanana #284
Frank Tanana · Topps · Base
Player
Frank Tanana
Set
1987 Topps Baseball
Year
1987
Card #
284
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (NM) - The card shows slight rounding on the top corners and typical minor chipping along the faux woodgrain borders, with decent left-right centering and a clean surface.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Common vintage base card with a large print run, primarily of interest to set builders and nostalgic collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5-10, PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $20-30
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.25 to $0.50 individually. PSA 8 copies regularly sell in the $15-$25 range.
Description
1987 Topps Frank Tanana card number 284, featuring the iconic 1980s woodgrain border design. The front displays a color action shot of Tanana in his Detroit Tigers home white uniform with a black undershirt, holding his glove in front of him. The Detroit Tigers circular team logo is in the upper left corner, and the player nameplate is in a blue box at the bottom right with the Topps logo next to it.
Key Features
Part of the iconic 1987 Topps set featuring the highly recognizable wood border design, which is a favorite among 80s and 90s vintage collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard 1987 Topps card stock, correct font types, and proper color saturation. High confidence in authenticity; this card is rarely counterfeited due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Slight wear and chipping along the dark woodgrain borders which are notoriously condition-sensitive, minor softening on the top corners.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (as part of a bulk lot or set), or local card shops.
Selling Tips
Best sold raw as part of a complete 1987 Topps set or a lot of Detroit Tigers players, as grading costs will far exceed the card's value.