Dale Murphy Baseball Card Appraisal

1987 Topps Dale Murphy Baseball Card

This item is a 1987 Topps baseball card featuring Dale Murphy, a prominent player for the Atlanta Braves. The card depicts Murphy in an action pose, likely running the bases or after a swing, wearing his blue Atlanta Braves uniform with 'Braves' scripted across the chest and the number '3' visible below. He is wearing white stirrups over his blue socks and a white batting glove on his left hand. The background features other players in what appears to be a baseball field setting. The card's design includes a wood-grain border, a characteristic feature of the 1987 Topps set. In the upper left corner, there is a circular logo for the Atlanta Braves featuring a Native American face. At the bottom, a rectangular blue box contains the name 'DALE MURPHY' in white capital letters. To the left of the name box, the 'Topps' logo is present. The physical condition shows some signs of wear, particularly around the corners which appear slightly softened or blunted, suggesting some handling. There are no obvious creases or tears visible, but the surface may have minor imperfections. The card's edges seem mostly clean, but the overall impression is that of a card that has been circulated rather than kept in pristine, untouched condition. The printing quality appears consistent with Topps cards of that era, typically on standard card stock. No discernible manufacturing defects or repairs are immediately apparent. As a collectible item from 1987, its age is clearly established.