1986 Topps Danny Jackson #149
Danny Jackson · Topps · Base Card
Player
Danny Jackson
Set
1986 Topps Base Set
Year
1986
Card #
149
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Likely lower due to visible whitening on top-right corner and edge wear. Centering appears slightly shifted left-to-right.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. As a common card from a high-production era for a non-Hall of Fame player, demand is limited to team set collectors or 1986 Topps set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45+. Note: Local grading costs would exceed the value of the card.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk lots. Recent 'sold' listings for similar 1986 Topps commons show they rarely sell individually unless they are in Gem Mint (PSA 10) condition, which this copy is not.
Description
A classic 1986 Topps Danny Jackson card features the left-handed pitcher in his Kansas City Royals powder blue uniform. The card boasts the iconic 1986 design with a large block 'ROYALS' team name across the top and the player name in a blue diagonal banner at the bottom right. The green inner border frames a high-motion action shot of Jackson mid-windup.
Key Features
Features a key member of the 1985 World Series champion Royals. Popular '86 Topps design known for its nostalgic aesthetics.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. This card uses the standard 1986 Topps cardboard stock with a characteristic grainy reverse. It is not a commonly counterfeited card due to its high production volume during the 'junk wax' era.
Flaws to Note
Visible corner softening on the top right. Minor chipping along the white borders. Soft edges from being handled in a raw stack. The card is currently being held in a hand, which can introduce skin oils and further corner dings.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot or a complete 1986 Topps set on eBay. It would also be a candidate for a 'quarter bin' at a local card show or shop.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees ($19+) will far exceed the card's market value. To maximize value, group it with other 1985/1986 Royals cards. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader immediately to prevent further damage.