1988 Topps Fred Toliver #542
Fred Toliver · Topps · Base
Player
Fred Toliver
Set
1988 Topps Baseball Base Set
Year
1988
Card #
#542
Condition Grade
PSA 4 (VG-EX) to PSA 5 (EX)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low / Niche
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5.00 - $8.00, PSA 6: $8.00 - $12.00, PSA 7: $12.00 - $18.00
Comparable Sales
Individual sales for this specific card are nearly non-existent due to its status as a 'common.' Bulk lots of 1988 Topps typically sell for $0.01 to $0.03 per card. Pre-graded PSA 10 gem mint examples of random commons from this set usually sell for $15-$25, but this card's condition would not warrant grading.
Description
This 1988 Topps baseball card features Minnesota Twins pitcher Fred Toliver. The card design is iconic for its white borders, orange inner border, and the team name 'Twins' written in script above the player's name in a curved blue banner. Toliver is shown in an action shot wearing the classic dark blue Twins road jersey and pinstriped pants.
Key Features
Era-specific junk wax era design; Fred Toliver in his Minnesota Twins uniform; Classic 1988 Topps design aesthetic.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic clay-coated paper stock from the 1980s; Accurate 1988 Topps logo font; No signs of modern digital reproduction or edge trimming. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant surface wear and visible scuffing/staining on the left and right border areas. Top-left corner shows distinct whitening and rounding. Left-to-right centering is slightly heavy to the right. Bottom-right corner shows minor softening. Overall surface shows typical cardboard aging for the late 80s stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk lot of 1980s Twins cards, a complete 1988 set on eBay, or available in 'common' bins at a Local Card Shop (LCS). The cost of shipping individual copies likely exceeds the card's market value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee will significantly exceed the market value. If selling on eBay, offer it as part of a '1988 Topps Minnesota Twins Team Set' to make it more appealing to team collectors. Use an eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping if sold individually.