1988 Topps Mike Davis #206
Mike Davis · Topps · Base
Player
Mike Davis
Set
1988 Topps Base
Year
1988
Card #
#206
Condition Grade
PSA 6-7 (EX-MT). The centering is noticeably heavy toward the right and bottom. Corners show slight softening typical of non-glossy 1980s card stock, and edges appear to have minor chipping.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. This is widely considered a 'common' card from the era of overproduction. Demand is limited to Dodgers team collectors or those completing the 792-card set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60. Note: Grading costs significantly exceed the market value for this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk lots. Individual sales on eBay often close for $0.99 to $1.95 including shipping, meaning the seller nets almost nothing after fees and postage.
Description
A classic 1988 Topps baseball card featuring Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mike Davis. The card sports the iconic 1988 design with a blue-bordered frame and white halftone dot pattern. Davis is pictured in his batting stance wearing his Dodgers helmet and signature 1980s-style aviator glasses. A nostalgic piece from the 'Junk Wax' era of collecting.
Key Features
Features Mike Davis during his tenure with the Los Angeles Dodgers; classic 1980s Topps design; collectible for Dodgers team set builders or fans of 80s baseball aesthetics.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. The card exhibits the correct matte card stock, dot-matrix printing patterns, and specific typography for the 1988 Topps set. This card is not targeted by counterfeiters due to its high print volume and low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant rightward and bottom-heavy centering; minor edge wear on the white borders; slight corner blunting on the bottom corners. The card is stacked loosely without a sleeve, risking surface scratches from the cards beneath it.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for bulk sales, local card shop 25-cent bins, or as part of a complete 1988 Topps team set on eBay. It is not recommended for individual sale due to shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the fees will far exceed the card's value. To maximize value, combine it with other 1988 Dodgers cards (like Orel Hershiser or Kirk Gibson) and sell as a team lot. Place in a penny sleeve and top loader to prevent further condition degradation.