1989 Topps Teddy Higuera #205
Teddy Higuera · Topps · Base
Player
Teddy Higuera
Set
1989 Topps Base Set
Year
1989
Card #
#205
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) - Centering is significantly off-top to bottom and slightly left to right. Bottom right corner shows visible softening. Some edge chipping is visible against the blue background.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - This card was mass-produced in the millions. Demand is primarily limited to Brewers team set collectors or 'Junk Wax' era enthusiasts.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5.00 - $10.00; PSA 9: $15.00 - $25.00; PSA 10: $60.00 - $80.00 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds card value).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies are typically under $1.00 or are found in large bulk boxes at card shows for nickel/dime pricing. High-grade (PSA 10) examples occasionally sell for $50+ but are rare due to the lack of incentive to grade them.
Description
A classic 1989 Topps baseball card featuring Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Teddy Higuera in mid-pitch. The design features a colorful blue and yellow border with the 'Brewers' team name in bold green/yellow block letters at the top and the player name in a nameplate at the bottom.
Key Features
Iconic 'Junk Wax Era' design; features a standout pitcher for the Brewers during the late 80s; part of a high-production set known for its colorful aesthetic.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine card stock and period-appropriate dot-matrix printing. High confidence in authenticity as this card is part of a high-volume production era and is not a target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Significant vertical miscut/off-centering (top border is much thicker than bottom); corner wear on the bottom right; minor fuzzy edges characteristic of 1980s card stock; visible surface print dots in the blue border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or Mercari, or as a filler in a COMC inventory. Individual sale is difficult due to shipping costs outweighing market value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading will never be recovered. Group this with other 1989 Topps cards or Brewers team sets to make the shipping cost worthwhile for a buyer. Use 'Add-on' pricing if selling on a personal website.