1988 Topps Cincinnati Reds Kal Daniels #217
Kal Daniels · Topps · Base
Player
Kal Daniels
Set
1988 Topps Baseball
Year
1988
Card #
#217
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). The centering appears slightly shifted to the left (approx 60/40), and the corners show very light touches of wear consistent with age. Surface looks clean without visible wax stains common to this era.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. This falls into the 'Junk Wax' era (1987-1994) where production numbers were in the millions. Typical demand is limited to Reds team collectors or set builders completing the 1988 set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60. Note: Grading costs usually exceed the value for this specific card unless it is a guaranteed Gem Mint 10.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk lots. Recent PSA 10 sales for common 1988 Topps cards range from $30-$50, but mid-grade (PSA 8) copies often struggle to sell for more than $5-8 inclusive of shipping.
Description
A classic 1988 Topps base card featuring Cincinnati Reds outfielder Kal Daniels. The card design features the iconic white borders with blue and red inner piping, and the player name at the bottom center. Daniels is shown in a classic grey away jersey holding a bat.
Key Features
Features a key player from the late 80s Cincinnati Reds during a period where he was a high-average hitter. Iconic 1988 Topps design which is highly nostalgic for 'junk wax' era collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card features the correct matte cardstock on the reverse and standard period-appropriate lithographic printing dots. This card is not considered a target for counterfeiting due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Centering is slightly off-center to the left. Common to this set, the card stock is prone to light chipping along the edges and softening of the brown-backed corners. Potential for micro-scratches on the glossy front surface.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team set or bulk lot), Sportlots, COMC, or local card shop '5-cent' bins. The cost of individual shipping often exceeds the card's value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is for personal sentimental reasons; the market value rarely justifies the grading fee. Best sold as part of a 'Cincinnati Reds Team Lot' or a '1988 Topps Complete Set' to maximize appeal. Use a plain white envelope (PWE) for low-cost shipping.