1982 Topps Paul Molitor #460
Paul Molitor · Topps · Base Card / Hall of Fame
Player
Paul Molitor
Set
1982 Topps
Year
1982
Card #
#460
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (Excellent-Mint). The card shows decent centering (approx 60/40), minor corner softening on the top right, and slight edge wear. The surface appears clean but lacks the razor sharpness required for higher grades.
Category
Base Card / Hall of Fame
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Paul Molitor has a dedicated collector base, but this is a high-pop base card from the early junk wax era.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $20-25, PSA 8: $45-55
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1-2 plus shipping. PSA 8 copies have recently sold for $40-60, while PSA 9 copies reach $150. PSA 6-7 copies often sell for less than the cost of the slab itself.
Description
A classic 1982 Topps baseball card featuring Milwaukee Brewers Hall of Famer Paul Molitor. The design features a colorful 'hockey stick' ribbon banner at the bottom with the team name and a position flag at the top left. The card shows Molitor in his batting stance wearing the iconic powder blue Brewers away uniform. Includes a facsimile signature across the middle of the image.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, iconic 1982 design, Milwaukee Brewers 'Blue Crew' era, Paul Molitor early-career card.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. Visible half-tone printing dot pattern in the image, correct matte card stock thickness, and age-appropriate paper toning on the edges. Not a highly counterfeited card due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Slight centering shift towards the right border. Minor whitening/softening on the top right corner. Very minor edge chipping common for 1980s card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (low-cost shipping via eBay Standard Envelope), COMC for effortless selling, or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value and estimated grade (PSA 6), grading is not recommended as the cost of grading exceeds the market value. Use 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping to keep costs low for the buyer. Ensure the card is in a penny sleeve and top loader or semi-rigid holder.