1988 Topps Matt Nokes All Star #396
Matt Nokes · Topps · Base / Sub-Set Insert
Player
Matt Nokes
Set
1988 Topps Baseball All Star Subset
Year
1988
Card #
396
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Moderate edge and corner wear, visible chipping on the top and right borders, and slightly off-center left to right.
Category
Base / Sub-Set Insert
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Junk wax era mass-produced card with a very niche collector base.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
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 individually, or as part of complete 1988 Topps sets selling for $10-20.
Description
This is a 1988 Topps Matt Nokes All Star card, designated as card number 396. The card features a vibrant yellow background with a red diamond framing the portrait of Detroit Tigers catcher Matt Nokes holding a bat. The top banner proudly displays ALL STAR in bold red, with American League written in a cursive green script below. The Topps logo is neatly placed in the bottom left corner.
Key Features
Part of the iconic 1988 Topps subset featuring Major League Baseball All Stars with their classic yellow and red border design. Great piece of late 1980s nostalgia for Detroit Tigers collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard 1988 Topps card stock with authentic print dot patterns. High confidence in authenticity; cards from this era are rarely counterfeited due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Noticeable corner softening, top and right edge chipping, typical of the 1988 Topps cardboard quality. Minor surface scuffing may be present.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (best sold in bulk or team lots), or local card shops.
Selling Tips
Not recommended for professional grading due to low raw value and grading fees exceeding the final value. Best sold as part of a 1988 Topps set or Detroit Tigers player/team lot.