Keith Hernandez Appraisal

1988 Topps Baseball Stickers Keith Hernandez #3

This is a 1988 Topps baseball sticker featuring All-Star first baseman Keith Hernandez of the New York Mets. The sticker measures approximately 2.125 by 3 inches and is printed on a glossy adhesive-backed paper stock with a white border. The design features a light blue background with a 'SUPER STAR' header in yellow and black block lettering. Keith Hernandez is depicted in mid-action, wearing his away grey Mets uniform while fielding with his glove. The bottom section includes his name, team position (1B), and a statistical summary showing his 1987 and career stats including BA, H, HR, and RBI, highlighted by a yellow-to-orange gradient bar. The manufacturing text at the bottom edge clearly states '1988 TOPPS CHEWING GUM, INC. PRINTED IN U.S.A.' Condition is a significant factor here; the sticker shows a prominent horizontal crease running through the center across the player's torso and background. The centering appears slightly heavy toward the right margin. There is mild corner wear and some surface scratching visible on the glossy finish. This was part of a larger sticker set manufactured for distribution in wax packs alongside bubble gum, common for the late 1980s hobby market.