1987 Topps Wayne Krenchicki #179
Wayne Krenchicki · Topps · Base
Player
Wayne Krenchicki
Set
1987 Topps Base
Year
1987
Card #
#179
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy to the right, top-left corner shows minor softness, and there is a visible indentation/edge wear on the right border middle area.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - This is considered 'Junk Wax' era cardboard with high production volumes and low player scarcity; primarily sought for set-builders or Expos team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for this card raw range from $0.99 (shipped) to being included in bulk lots for pennies. Higher-grade PSA 10 examples of similar common players from this set occasionally reach $30-50, but PSA 8/9 versions often fail to cover the cost of the grading fee.
Description
This 1987 Topps Wayne Krenchicki card features the iconic faux-wood grain border that defined 80s baseball card collecting. The card depicts the Montreal Expos infielder leaning against a dugout railing. The Expos logo is prominently displayed in the upper left corner, with the classic Topps logo and player nameplate in the bottom section. The matte finish and detailed wood pattern remain vibrant on this vintage specimen.
Key Features
Iconic 1987 'Wood Grain' design; Montreal Expos team history; nostalgic appeal for 80s junk-era collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic wood grain pattern detail; correct Topps logo typography; period-appropriate card stock thickness and matte finish; confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant vertical indentation or 'chip' on the right-hand wood border; centering favor's the right side; minor whitening on the rear corners; typical card stock darkening common for this era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or Mercari. For individual sales, COMC (Check Out My Cards) is the most cost-effective platform for low-value base cards.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. The cost of grading ($19+) far exceeds the market value of the card unless it is a guaranteed Gem Mint 10 (which this is not due to the right edge flaw). Best sold as a 'filler' to complete 1987 sets or in a team-specific lot for Montreal Expos fans.