1987 Topps Andre Dawson #735
Andre Dawson · Topps · Base
Player
Andre Dawson
Set
1987 Topps
Year
1987
Card #
#735
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). The centering is strong for this set, approximately 60/40 left-to-right. Corners appear sharp with very minor micro-fraying visible on the bottom right. The wood-grain border shows minimal chipping, which is the primary issue with this set.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Dawson is a HOFer with a dedicated fan base, and the 1987 set is highly nostalgic. Demanded mostly by set builders or PSA 10 registry collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15 - $25, PSA 9: $45 - $60, PSA 10: $250 - $400
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for under $2. Recent PSA 9 copies have sold in the $40-$55 range. PSA 10 copies fluctuate between $300 and $500 depending on the auction house and timing.
Description
This 1987 Topps Andre Dawson features the iconic faux wood-grain border design that define's 80s baseball cards. The card depicts 'The Hawk' in his classic Montreal Expos powder-blue away uniform, mid-swing. This specific card was released the same year Dawson signed with the Chicago Cubs and went on to win the NL MVP, making it a key year for his collectors.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, iconic 1987 wood-grain border design, high degree of difficulty for high grades due to the dark border showing every chip.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity is High. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to high production volume. Genuine 1987 Topps stock has a distinct brown/gray cardboard backing with a matte finish and a specific smell of vintage paper.
Flaws to Note
Minor centering shift toward the left border. Tiny white 'fish-eye' print defect visible in the dark background near the player's belt. Potential bottom edge rough-cut characteristic of Topps standard stock from this era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best venue for low-value raw cards or graded slabs. COMC is excellent for selling raw copies if you have a larger volume of 1980s cards.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a PSA 10 candidate, as the grading fee far exceeds the value of a PSA 8 or 9. Use high-resolution scans to show the lack of chipping on the wood borders. List as a 'Hall of Famer' in the title.