1987 Topps Bob Lillis Manager #284
Bob Lillis · Topps · Base
Player
Bob Lillis
Set
1987 Topps Baseball
Year
1987
Card #
284
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) to PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly heavy on the left border, but corners and edges look generally sharp with minor corner touch.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Manager cards from common sets generally hold niche appeal and low modern market demand outside of set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10 - $15, PSA 8: $15 - $25, PSA 9: $30 - $50
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common 1987 Topps manager cards typically range between $0.25 and $1.00.
Description
This is a 1987 Topps baseball card featuring Houston Astros manager Bob Lillis, card number 284. The front features the iconic 1987 Topps wood-grain or black border design depending on the sub-set context, showing Lillis in his Astros uniform with the prominent orange 'ASTROS' header at the top and his name printed cleanly at the bottom. The reverse shows a red background with complete major and minor league playing and managing statistics.
Key Features
Part of the classic 1987 Topps set featuring the iconic wood border design alternative or classic border, popular among nostalgic 80s collectors. Features manager Bob Lillis of the Houston Astros.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard card stock and printing dot patterns consistent with authentic 1987 Topps production. High confidence in authenticity.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias on the front border. Minor touch wear on corners typical of uncirculated cards from this era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (as part of a lot or bulk listing), or local card shops.
Selling Tips
Not recommended for professional grading due to low raw value and high grading costs relative to return. Best sold as part of a complete set or team lot.