1997 Topps Jim Edmonds #221
Jim Edmonds · Topps · Base
Player
Jim Edmonds
Set
1997 Topps Baseball
Year
1997
Card #
221
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Corners appear sharp under initial view, centering looks generally acceptable with a slight left bias, and edges appear clean without major chipping.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate - primarily sought after by Jim Edmonds player collectors, Anaheim Angels team collectors, or 1990s baseball set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10 - $15, PSA 9: $20 - $30, PSA 10: $50 - $100
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for similar 1997 Topps base cards of star players from the era typically range between $0.99 and $2.50 plus shipping on eBay.
Description
Offering a 1997 Topps baseball card featuring star center fielder Jim Edmonds of the Anaheim Angels. The card features a glossy action photograph of Edmonds following through on a powerful swing, shown from the back displaying his name and number 25. The classic Topps design features a gold border framing the action shot, with the Topps logo in the top right corner and Edmonds' name vertically aligned.
Key Features
Features multiple-time Gold Glove winner and stellar offensive star Jim Edmonds during his tenure with the Anaheim Angels. Classic 1997 Topps design with the distinctive gold border styling.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard card stock and print registration consistent with 1997 Topps production standards. High confidence in authenticity; base cards of this era are rarely counterfeited.
Flaws to Note
Minor corner softening likely present under magnification. Centering may be slightly shifted left-to-right based on the gold border width. Surface gloss may exhibit light micro-scratching typical of 90s base cards.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or COMC are best for lower-value vintage/modern base cards, often sold as part of player lots or set fillers.
Selling Tips
Due to low raw card value, it is not financially viable to have this specific card professionally graded unless submitted as part of a bulk grading bulk special. Best sold raw in a penny sleeve and top loader, or bundled with other Jim Edmonds cards.