1974 Topps '73 World Series Game #5 New York 2 - Oakland 0 #207
Cleon Jones, Jerry Grote, Ray Fosse · Topps · Base / Postseason Highlights
Player
Cleon Jones, Jerry Grote, Ray Fosse
Set
1974 Topps Baseball Base Set
Year
1974
Card #
#207
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is significantly off-top to bottom. The top left corner exhibits a visible crease/wrinkle. The right edges show chipping and soft corners throughout.
Category
Base / Postseason Highlights
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Demand is primarily limited to set builders or team collectors (Mets/A's specifically). Not a major star card.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $10-15, PSA 4: $18-25, PSA 2: $5-8. Grading this card in this condition is not recommended as grading fees exceed the market value.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar Mid-Grade condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 7 samples typically sell for $35-45.
Description
This 1974 Topps baseball card commemorates Game 5 of the 1973 World Series, where the New York Mets defeated the Oakland Athletics 2-0. The card face features an action shot of Cleon Jones crossing home plate. The design features a horizontal layout with a distinctive red, blue, and white '73 World Series' banner in the top left corner.
Key Features
Includes imagery from one of the most famous World Series of the 1970s; part of a sought-after vintage Topps set; features multiple players including Cleon Jones and Jerry Grote.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card displays correct period-appropriate cardboard stock 'pulp' texture. The printing shows the standard halftone dot pattern consistent with 1974 Topps lithography. This specific card is not commonly faked given its low market value.
Flaws to Note
A heavy dog-ear crease is visible in the upper left corner. The bottom right corner is rounded. There is significant white chipping along the dark border of the photo area. Centering is poor, favoring the bottom edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now with 'Best Offer'), COMC, or as part of a lot at a local card show in a 'dollar bin'.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. To maximize value, list it with high-resolution scans of both front and back. Use a 'Standard Envelope' for shipping to keep costs low ($0.60 - $1.00 range), as high shipping costs will deter buyers for low-value vintage items.