Product Overview
This document provides essential information regarding the 1987 Topps 1986 Team Leaders baseball card, featuring New York Yankees legends Don Mattingly and Rickey Henderson. This card is part of the 1987 Topps baseball card set and commemorates the team leaders from the 1986 season.
Image: Front of the 1987 Topps 1986 Team Leaders baseball card, showing Don Mattingly and Rickey Henderson in New York Yankees uniforms, with "Yankees Leaders" text at the bottom.
Card Details
The card depicts Don Mattingly and Rickey Henderson, two prominent players for the New York Yankees, recognized for their leadership in the 1986 season. This card is a standard size baseball card from the 1987 Topps series.
- Year: 1987
- Set: Topps Baseball
- Card Number: #406
- Players Featured: Don Mattingly, Rickey Henderson
- Team: New York Yankees
- Theme: 1986 Team Leaders
Care and Preservation
Proper care is essential to maintain the condition and value of collectible baseball cards. Follow these guidelines for optimal preservation:
- Handling: Always handle the card by its edges to avoid transferring oils from your skin to the card surface. Consider wearing cotton gloves.
- Storage: Store the card in a protective sleeve (e.g., penny sleeve) and then in a rigid top-loader or a graded card slab. This protects against bends, creases, and surface wear.
- Environment: Keep the card away from direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, and high humidity. Store in a cool, dry, and dark place to prevent fading and warping.
- Cleaning: Do not attempt to clean the card with any liquids or abrasive materials. Any cleaning should be performed by a professional conservator if necessary.
- Display: If displaying, use UV-protective cases or frames to minimize light exposure damage.
Authenticity and Grading
For collectors, verifying authenticity and obtaining a professional grade can be important. Reputable third-party grading services (e.g., PSA, Beckett, SGC) can assess the card's condition and encapsulate it in a tamper-evident holder.
Note: This guide does not provide grading services or authentication. Consult professional grading companies for such services.
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Baseball Trading Card |
| Brand | Topps |
| Year of Issue | 1987 |
| Card Set | 1987 Topps |
| Card Number | #406 |
| Players | Don Mattingly, Rickey Henderson |
| Team | New York Yankees |
| ASIN | B01JHPU224 |
| Date First Available | August 1, 2016 |
Additional Resources
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