1988 Fleer Award Winner Candy Maldonado #45
Candy Maldonado · Fleer · Insert
Player
Candy Maldonado
Set
1988 Fleer Award Winner Insert
Year
1988
Card #
45
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly heavy on the right border, but corners and edges look sharp with no major surface defects visible.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Fleer
Demand Level
Low - Niche appeal primarily for set builders and vintage player collectors of 1980s San Francisco Giants.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common 1988 Fleer inserts generally range between $0.25 to $1.00 plus shipping on eBay and COMC.
Description
Up for sale is a 1988 Fleer Award Winner insert card featuring outfielder Candy Maldonado of the San Francisco Giants. The card features a distinctive yellow diamond border framing the action shot of Maldonado holding a bat in front of a batting cage, celebrating his designation as the National League Pinch Hitter of the Year.
Key Features
Vintage 1988 Fleer insert subset highlighting award-winning players from the previous major league season, featuring bright and iconic 80s border designs.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard card stock and printing dot patterns consistent with authentic 1988 Fleer issues. Confidence is High. This card is rarely counterfeited due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-heavy centering on the front border which is common for 1980s Fleer production quality control.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (best sold as part of a vintage lot or bulk set to maximize shipping efficiency)
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card as grading fees will far exceed the value of the card. Sell raw or bundle with other 1980s inserts. Ship securely in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a standard envelope or bubble mailer.