2016 Topps Series 1 Chicago Cubs Team Card #208
Chicago Cubs (Team Card featuring Anthony Rizzo, Kris Bryant, and others) · Topps · Base Team Card
Player
Chicago Cubs (Team Card featuring Anthony Rizzo, Kris Bryant, and others)
Set
2016 Topps Series 1
Year
2016
Card #
#208
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 6-7 (EX-MT). The card is presented raw on a wooden surface without protection. Visible edge wear is present on the top border, and corners appear slightly softened. Centering looks decent but slightly heavy on the right side.
Category
Base Team Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Moderate. While the 2016 Cubs are highly collectible, this is a common base card that was mass-produced.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-50. Note: Grading fees significantly exceed the market value for this specific base card.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $1.50 including shipping. Bulk lots of 2016 Cubs cards containing this card often sell for $5-10.
Description
2016 Topps Chicago Cubs team card #208. The card features a landscape celebration photo of the Cubs roster, which would go on to win the World Series that year. It includes the 'CHC' abbreviation and the classic Cubs bullseye logo on a grey and red bordered design.
Key Features
This card represents the historic 2016 Chicago Cubs championship season. It features key stars like Kris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo in the photo. It is a popular 'roster' card for Cubs team collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card displays the correct 2016 Topps design, gloss, and color registered logos. There are no known high-value counterfeits of this specific base team card.
Flaws to Note
Card is currently unprotected. There is noticeable whitening on the top edge and corners. The surface may have micro-scratches from being placed directly on a rough wooden table.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a team set on eBay, or in a 'dollar bin' at a local card show. Shipping via eBay Standard Envelope ($0.60-$1.00) is the only way to retain profit.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading ($19+) is much higher than the card's value. Place it in a penny sleeve and top loader immediately to prevent further damage. Best sold to a Chicago Cubs fan or as a 'completionist' piece for a 2016 set.