Jose Lind
Topps Baseball • 1988 Topps Baseball
Card Type
Baseball Card
Set & Number
1988 Topps Baseball - 314
Rarity
Common (Future Stars subset)
Edition & Language
Base (Junk Wax Era) • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Near Mint (NM)
Estimated Market Value
$0.10 - $0.50 (Raw); $15 - $25 (PSA 10)
Recent Sales
Recent sales of raw copies are often part of bulk lots for pennies. PSA 9 copies sell for approximately $8-12, while PSA 10 copies fluctuate between $20-30 depending on buyer interest.
Condition Details
Centering is slightly heavy toward the top and right. Edges appear sharp, and the surface shows no immediate signs of print defects or scratches from through the sleeve. Corners look relatively crisp.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The 1988 Topps set was mass-produced during the 'Junk Wax' era. The cost of professional grading significantly outweighs the market value of the card unless it is a guaranteed Gem Mint 10 for a registry collector.
Card Description
Front features Jose Lind in his Pittsburgh Pirates uniform with a 'Future Stars' banner. The back typically contains player stats from his 1987 season and minor league career, along with personal vitals like height, weight, and birthplace.
Notable Features
Includes the iconic 1988 Topps 'Future Stars' rainbow-gradient logo and the classic block-letter 'PIRATES' team heading.
Authentication Notes
The card appears authentic with correct period-specific stock and matte finish. The Topps logo font and color registration align with factory standards for 1988.
Scanned: 2026-07-11T22:42:14.273584