
Tim Wakefield
1996 • Topps
#138
1996 • Topps
Major League Baseball • Boston Red Sox
Near Mint
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| Condition | Value | Comps | Source | Price Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw / Ungraded | $0.99 | 26 | Asking prices Based on eBay Active Listings | Source observation date unavailable |
| BGS 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $20.00 | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| CGC 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $9.00 | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| PSA 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $15.00 | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| SGC 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $9.00 | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
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This 1996 Topps Erik Hanson card represents a baseline entry-level asset, reflecting the standard valuation for a non-premium base card from this era. As a player who served as a relief pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, his market presence is defined by accessibility rather than high-tier scarcity or star power. The current pricing indicates a stable, low-barrier point of entry for collectors seeking specific team or player completions without paying a premium for condition or rarity.
The card lacks any special scarcity attributes such as serial numbering, short-print status, or parallel variations, placing it firmly within the standard base set distribution. This unadorned presentation means the supply is determined solely by the original print run of the 1996 Topps set, resulting in a high availability of raw copies. Without unique identifiers or limited edition markers, the card does not possess the intrinsic scarcity mechanics that typically drive value appreciation in secondary markets.
Investment potential is limited by the card's position as a common base item, which typically experiences minimal price volatility compared to rookie or autographed parallels. Collector demand is likely driven by simple set completion needs rather than speculative interest in Hanson's career trajectory. While the card holds sentimental value for Red Sox fans of the mid-90s, it lacks the structural drivers necessary for significant financial growth over time.

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