Doug Sisk (Note: This is actually a Major League Baseball card featuring a New York Mets baseball player, not a football player)
Pitcher · New York Mets
1987 Topps Baseball #Not clearly visible, but from the 1987 Topps set featuring the iconic wood-grain border design
Year & Era
1987 — Junk Wax Era
Card Type
Base Card with an In-Person Autograph
Grade
Raw — Appears Good to Very Good (VG to VG-EX) due to noticeable corner wear and surface scuffing
Rarity
Common base card with very high print runs characteristic of the 1987 Topps production era
Overall Assessment
A classic piece of 1980s baseball nostalgia featuring the iconic Topps wood-grain border and an in-person signature, ideal for a casual collector or Mets fan
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears Good to Very Good (VG to VG-EX) due to noticeable corner wear and surface scuffing
Centering Assessment
Front centering is slightly heavy to the right and top
Surface Condition
Fair condition with visible surface wear, minor scratching, and an inked on-card signature with inscription '#39'
Corner Condition
All four corners show rounding, softening, and noticeable wear, consistent with being handled raw
Edge Condition
Wood-grain borders show mild chipping along the edges and corners
Print Quality
Typical 1987 Topps quality featuring the classic wood-grain border design and vibrant team logo, though subject to standard cutting variance
Estimated Value
$1 to $5 as a raw, autographed common player card from the Junk Wax Era
Comparison to Known Examples
Condition is below average due to corner wear, but features a personalized in-person signature which adds nostalgic value for team collectors
Authentication Tips
Look for authentic vintage card stock and standard Topps printing patterns, though third-party authentication for the autograph would be recommended if selling
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading as the grading fees would exceed the market value of the card
Red Flags
No major red flags for alteration, but the autograph is likely in-person rather than factory-certified
Provenance Notes
Sourced from mass-produced 1987 Topps wax or retail packs, commonly signed in-person at ballparks or team events
Historical Context
The 1987 Topps wood-grain set is one of the most recognizable and nostalgic designs from the peak of the Junk Wax Era
Market Trends
Stable and low-value, typical of common player cards from the mid-1980s junk wax era
Investment Potential
Low investment potential; best suited for nostalgic set builders or New York Mets team collectors
Similar Cards
Other 1987 Topps baseball commons featuring the wood-grain border design
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top loader to prevent further corner and edge degradation
Interesting Facts
Doug Sisk was a reliable relief pitcher for the 1986 World Champion New York Mets