1986 Topps Keith Hernandez All-Star #706
Keith Hernandez · Topps · Base / All-Star Insert Subset
Player
Keith Hernandez
Set
1986 Topps Base Set
Year
1986
Card #
#706
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) Estimated. Centering is significantly off-top (heavy top-bottom tilt), soft lower right corner, and minor surface chipping on the top edge.
Category
Base / All-Star Insert Subset
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate to Low. While Hernandez is a beloved figure for Mets fans and a potential HOF candidate, the supply of 1986 Topps is immense. Demand is primarily driven by Mets team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $5-8, PSA 8: $12-18, PSA 9: $35-45. Note: Grading costs typically exceed the market value for this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card range from $0.50 to $2.00 including shipping. PSA 9 examples have sold for roughly $40, but this specific card's centering would prevent it from achieving that grade.
Description
A classic 1986 Topps All-Star card featuring New York Mets first baseman Keith Hernandez. The card features a vibrant red, white, and blue banner reading '1986 ALL-STAR' across the top. Hernandez is depicted in an action shot wearing the iconic racing stripe Mets pinstripe home uniform. The bottom left features the National League logo shield, while his name and position are displayed in a yellow text box.
Key Features
Features a key member of the 1986 World Series Champion Mets; iconic 80s Topps design; National League All-Star designation.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card is printed on standard 1980s grey/brown cardboard stock with characteristic pixelation patterns common to mid-80s Topps printing. It is not a commonly counterfeited card due to its high production volume during the 'Junk Wax' era.
Flaws to Note
Obvious centering issues with a heavy shift toward the top border; visible white wear on the bottom-right corner; minor rough cut/chipping on the top edge surface.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or Mercari. For single sale, a 'COMC' (Check Out My Cards) submission is best for low-value vintage players. It can also be sold in a local card shop's bargain bin.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. The cost of the grading fee will be significantly higher than the final sale price. Best listed as 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping to keep costs low for the buyer. Use keywords: '1986 Mets', 'Keith Hernandez AS', 'NL All Star'.