1979 Topps Jack Brohamer #387
Jack Brohamer · Topps · Base
Player
Jack Brohamer
Set
1979 Topps Baseball
Year
1979
Card #
#387
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering: 45/55 or better. Corners: Sharp with very minor touch of wear visible on bottom right. Edges: Clean and straight. Surface: Clear with no visible print spots or scratches.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - This is a common card for a non-Hall of Fame player, primarily sought by Red Sox completionists or set builders looking for ultra-high grade (PSA 9/10) examples.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $40-60, PSA 10: $150-250+
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell in bulk lots or for under $1 plus shipping. PSA 9 examples have recently sold in the $35-$50 range, while PSA 10s are rare and command premiums from registry collectors.
Description
This 1979 Topps vintage card features Boston Red Sox second baseman Jack Brohamer in a classic follow-through batting pose. The design includes the iconic 1979 red ribbon team name banner and the small circular Topps logo on the bottom left. The white borders are bright, and the color registration on the Red Sox uniform is crisp.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s Topps design; Red Sox team collector appeal; High-grade potential due to sharp corners and clean surface.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic cardboard stock characteristic of the late 70s; correct Topps logo typography; distinct 'dot pattern' print from the original lithograph process; no signs of trimming. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
A very slight touch of white on the bottom-right corner corner; centering is slightly heavy toward the bottom edge but remains within high-grade tolerances.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' for set fillers) or COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-tail inventory.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a PSA 10 candidate, as the grading fee will exceed the value of a PSA 8 or 9. For raw sales, ship via eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.