Cal Ripken Jr.
Baseball • Topps Base
Sport & Year
Baseball • 1983
Brand & Set
Topps - Topps Base
Card Number
#163
Card Type
Veteran
Rarity
Base
Parallel Variant & Language
Base • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Near Mint (NM 7)
Estimated Market Value
Raw value is approximately $5 to $15, while a graded PSA 8 or 9 specimen can range from $25 to $60.
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw 1983 Topps Cal Ripken Jr. cards in similar condition average around $8 to $12.
Condition Details
The card exhibits slight corner softening and minor edge wear consistent with age, but retains good surface gloss and decent centering.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to modest raw value and potential mid-grade return that would not cover grading fees.
Card Description
Features Baltimore Orioles infielder Cal Ripken Jr. holding a bat in a classic vertical layout with an orange team banner and brown nameplate.
Notable Features
Represents Cal Ripken Jr.'s highly collectible second-year card following his historic 1982 Rookie of the Year campaign.
Authentication Notes
Standard vintage Topps card stock and printing characteristics appear consistent with authentic 1983 production.
Owner Notes
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