1987 Topps Eric Davis #500
Eric Davis · Topps · Base
Player
Eric Davis
Set
1987 Topps Baseball
Year
1987
Card #
500
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) due to slight edge wear and centering shift
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Popular among 1980s set collectors and nostalgia buyers, but generally low monetary value.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5-10, PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $15-25
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.25 to $1.00 on eBay and COMC. Graded PSA 8 or 9 copies generally realize $10-20.
Description
This is the classic 1987 Topps Baseball base card featuring Cincinnati Reds outfielder Eric Davis. The card features the iconic wood-grain border design that defines the 1987 set, with a full-color action photo of Davis mid-swing in his grey Reds uniform. The team name 'REDS' appears in yellow block letters at the top, and Davis's name is on a pink diagonal banner in the lower right corner.
Key Features
Iconic 1987 Topps wood-grain border design (though this specific card is the Tiffany/glossy variant or base depending on back, standard base features the classic wood frame), features an exciting era superstar known for his incredible power and speed combination with the Cincinnati Reds.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard card stock consistency for 1987 Topps, clear printing resolution, correct team colors and Topps logo. Not a commonly counterfeited card due to high print runs.
Flaws to Note
Slightly heavy top-to-bottom centering border imbalance, minor corner softness, and possible subtle edge chipping common with the dark borders of the 1987 Topps set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (best sold as part of a lot or set), or local card shop dollar bins.
Selling Tips
Not economically viable to grade due to low raw value. Best sold raw individually or bundled with other 1987 Topps stars in a bulk lot. Ship securely in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a standard envelope or bubble mailer.