1988 Score 1987 Highlights Benny Santiago #656
Benny Santiago · Score · Insert / Subset
Player
Benny Santiago
Set
1988 Score Baseball Highlights
Year
1988
Card #
656
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) to PSA 6 (EX-MT) due to a notable bend or crease along the top edge, soft corners, and slight edge wear.
Category
Insert / Subset
Manufacturer
Score
Demand Level
Low. Common card from the junk wax era with a 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 or are found frequently in dollar boxes at card shows.
Description
1988 Score Baseball card featuring Benny Santiago of the San Diego Padres, part of the 1987 Highlights subset. The card features a vibrant orange border, a red '1987 HIGHLIGHTS' banner at the top, and a clear action photograph of Santiago batting in his San Diego uniform.
Key Features
Part of the popular late-1980s Score set subset featuring season highlights, featuring a prominent San Diego Padres catcher.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. Standard card stock and printing characteristics of late 1980s Score cards. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Noticeable crease or indent at the top border near the word HIGHLIGHTS, soft and slightly rounded corners, and minor edge chipping consistent with typical handling from the junk wax era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (as part of a bulk lot), or local card shop dollar bins.
Selling Tips
Not recommended for professional grading due to the heavy crease and low raw value. Best sold as part of a team lot, player lot, or bulk vintage/junk wax lot.