1986 Topps Jack Clark Baseball Card #480

This is a 1986 Topps brand baseball trading card featuring Jack Clark, the first baseman (1B) for the St. Louis Cardinals. The card adheres to the standard 2.5 by 3.5-inch dimensions typical of the era, printed on cardboard stock with a characteristic semi-gloss finish. The design is iconic of the 1986 Topps set, featuring the team name 'CARDINALS' in large, bold red block letters at the top against a black background. The player's name, 'JACK CLARK', is printed in a simple black sans-serif font at the bottom on a white border. A circular red icon containing '1B' designates his position in the lower-left corner of the action photograph, which shows Clark mid-swing in a stadium setting. The Topps logo is visible in the upper-right corner of the image area. Regarding condition, the card shows significant signs of wear typically categorized as 'Good' or 'Fair' (PSA 2-3 range). Notable issues include visible softening and rounding of all four corners, particularly the top-left and bottom-right. There is a noticeable 'ding' or crease on the right-hand white border edge. The centering appears slightly tilted toward the bottom and left. Surface wear is evident in the form of minor scratches and loss of gloss, and the white borders show some age-related yellowing or toning. This card was produced by the Topps Chewing Gum Company during the 'Junk Wax' era of the mid-1980s, characterized by high production volumes.